Petworth 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 shops.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
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, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in Petworth
Washington Plaza Hotel
Everything was very good, the attention, the food, the room service, is really close to everything!!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Clean and quiet room. Elevators are slow and often overcrowded.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Staff was amazing, but I was very disappointed in the room. The rooms ac was barely working in 90 degree heat and had stains all over the carpet. As well as left over towels from the last person.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Cherry on top if it had a pool
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Hotel was great. Breakfast and morning restaurant service terrible. Consider eating elsewhere if they don’t fix the service of food
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Food was great air conditioner was also great. The hotel was a nice safe feeling place.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petworth
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC 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.
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.
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.
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.
