NoMa Travel Guide
Washington





Popular places to visit

Union Station Shopping Center
During your trip to Washington, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Union Station Shopping Center. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

National Postal Museum
You can study the exhibits at National Postal Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.

Columbus Circle
Find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Columbus Circle. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

American Legion Freedom Bell
Find out about the history of Washington when you take a trip to American Legion Freedom Bell. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
University of the District of Columbia Community College
Walk around the campus at University of the District of Columbia Community College during your visit to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Centurion Statue
You can find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Centurion Statue. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
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

Capitol Hill Tour with US Capitol & Library of Congress Admission

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Top hotels in NoMa

citizenM Washington DC NoMa
The hotel/staff were lovely. My only issue is that there should be free tea/coffee around the clock. I shouldn't have to pay $5.50 daily for a cup. See you again!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol
The room was great, breakfast was amazing and staff was courteous and most helpful. Definitely use this hotel whenever i visit DC again. It was close to monuments and museums.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol
Staff was exceptional from check in to check out. Dynasia at the bar was awesome! So was the food and drinks.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Global Luxury Suites at Capitol Hill
Clean, quiet and convenient
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Washington Marriott Capitol Hill
The staff was friendly & incredibly helpful, our rooms were clean, comfortable & well-appointed and the location was fantastic!
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around NoMa

Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market 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.

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.

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.

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.

Southwest Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
