Clarendon Travel Guide
Washington




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 Clarendon

Washington Plaza Hotel
Perfect location to all things vital to visit while in DC! Great meals at the quaint restaurant. Fantastic customer service from the staff. Appreciate the stay
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
My 1st room smelled a lot like smoke and the hotel is supposed to be non-smoking. After refusing a deodorizing room spray, I was moved to another room. The mattresses in both rooms were old, lumpy and very uncomfortable. I slept on the lounge chair the entire stay. When asked for the room to be cleaned, ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Breakfast food was excellent.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel
I would recommend
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Watermark Hotel
Had a great experience from the time we checked in to the checkout. Food was great. Bed was comfortable. Will definitely be visiting again
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast
The room was very nice and the hotel seemed like it was newly renovated. Great water pressure for showers with warm/hot water! The air conditioning was spot on and our room was very comfortable. The breakfast lacked some as it was the same choices everyday and they were very limited but it was free/included ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clarendon

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 Dumbarton Oaks.

Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Market 5 Gallery – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.

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.

Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.

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.
