West End Travel Guide
Alexandria
Visit West End
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
Top hotels in West End
Washington Plaza Hotel
Arlo Washington DC
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"Rooms were too small. No where yo walk. No dresser. No where yo put your bags. The kicker was being overcharged for the room. I had an Expedia rate of $113 per night and was charged $160 for two nights and $168 for the third night. Would not recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Where to stay in West End
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.
Old Town West
While you're in Old Town West, take in top sights like Alexandria Black History Museum and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.
Potomac West
While you're in Potomac West, take in top sights like Birchmere and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.
National Landing
While you're in National Landing, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City or DEA Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Crystal City Station or Potomac Yard Station.
Southwest Quadrant
Southwest Quadrant might not have many top sights, but The Little Theatre of Alexandria and United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
