Southwest Travel Guide

Washington

A large red brick building with multiple towers and a flag.
A nighttime cityscape with prominent landmarks including a tall obelisk, a large domed building, and a historic monument.
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Cherry blossoms along a river with the Washington Monument in the background.
Cherry blossoms, a large white dome structure, and a body of water.

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National Mall

9.4/10 (20,772 reviews)
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
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Things to do

Tour bus outside the Capitol Building in Washington DC

Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Rp767.016
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Headstones under the cherry blossoms at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington DC

Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Rp384.012
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Washington by Day: Small Group Sightseeing Tour via Electric Vehicle

Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour

Rp771.595
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
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Washington DC Hop On-Off Trolley Tour

Rp981.462
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Hop On-Off Trolley Tour
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets

Rp1.232.409
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

Rp321.498
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
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Top hotels in Southwest

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW Washington DC
The price is Rp2.042.876 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.042.876
Rp2.368.715 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

3.5 out of 5
725 Wharf Street SW Washington DC
The price is Rp3.099.536 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp3.099.536
Rp3.593.912 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,192 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was so so and it was noisy from street revelers below way into the night."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW Washington DC
The price is Rp3.557.422 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp3.557.422
Rp4.124.830 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,868 reviews)
"I paid for free parking but still got charged on my way out! Other than that it was wonderful"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

4 out of 5
480 L'Enfant Plaza Washington DC
The price is Rp4.000.163 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp4.000.163
Rp4.638.189 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,260 reviews)
"Hotel was great. Room was great. Issues came from front desk, breakfast, and WiFi. Upon check in I was told there was no WiFi and they hoped it would be up by end of day. Come day three, there was still no WiFi. WiFi didn’t go up until the day I was leaving. Their comp was a bag of Funyuns….seriously ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

5 out of 5
801 Wharf Street SW Washington DC
The price is Rp5.970.129 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp5.970.129
Rp7.637.018 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is Rp2.271.819 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.271.819
Rp2.634.174 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,398 reviews)
"Helpful staff, great amenities and convenient location."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
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Downtown Washington D.C.

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

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Northwest

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

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Georgetown

Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Washington Harbour or Embassy Row.

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Old Town Alexandria

Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

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Dupont Circle

Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.

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