Shaw 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.
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 Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
DC Night Tour: 10+ National Mall Monuments, Entry Ticket Upgrades
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Washington DC Hop On-Off Trolley Tour
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Top hotels in Shaw
Hyatt House Washington DC / Downtown / Convention Center
"Great customer service. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Cool stay! no issues"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"The free breakfast was delicious. Great hotel and location!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
"I liked that there was police on site 24/7 I tend to over think everything so that made me feel safe being that we are new faces in the area I didn’t like that our room neighbors were very you could hear EVERYTHING"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Elegant hotel with great location. Outstanding restaurant just off the lobby."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"10 out of 10. One of the best hotels I’ve stayed in"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shaw
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 Ford's Theater and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
