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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
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.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.
Things to do
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Full Day: City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Capitol Hill Tour with US Capitol & Library of Congress Admission
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Top hotels in Edgewood
Washington Plaza Hotel
Rips in carpet in room. Beds a little worn. Phone in room didn’t work. Staff very friendly. Restaurant very good food. Cleanliness good.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Esete at the front desk was so nice to talk to every day. The staff were so friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Beautiful and comfortable hotel.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Salamander Washington DC
Clean hotel with great service. Friendly staff. Perfect location to walk to restaurants at wharf or museums.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Generator Hotel Washington DC
Room was nice. Odd how much they charge you for miscellaneous things that I thought should have been included. Otherwise good. Nice view.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Good
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Edgewood
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 United States Capitol.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
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.
