University Park Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Top hotels in University Park
Washington Plaza Hotel
Decent restaurant besides foyer
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Lousey Breakfast buffet. All staff great. Pauline very helpfull.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Breakfast was not good at all. They have better restaurants near by. Got there late and just wanted to get checked in, front desk staff talked sooooo much it took forever besides that the staff was nice and so was the hotel
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
The cleanest hotel I’ve been to. Close to everything. Rooms were huge, breakfast was great. I didn’t want to leave. Would definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast
Room was very spacious and clean. Free wife and it worked fine. Breakfast was not great. Same bland menu for days. Breakfast menu needs to be changed. Coffee was good. The area surrounding the hotel is a bit sketchy. Please be careful. There is a Dunkin Donuts and a convenience store nearby. Overall ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
We were just in town for one night but it was great! Very friendly staff!. Cute terrace addition to our room!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Park
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Union Station Shopping Center.
Landover
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Landover. Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Landover Station or Morgan Boulevard Station to see more of the city.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Folger Shakespeare Library, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
