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 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
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Top hotels in Shaw
Hyatt House Washington DC / Downtown / Convention Center
"Location was close to all amenities , rooms were very clean , staff was friendly and welcoming . Would highly recommend."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"It felt like home away from home. Amazing staff and smooth accommodations."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"Loved the Atrium where you can go miniature golfing, food trucks and live music. Loved the food and the speakeasy in the building. Would definitely go there again!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"This hotel felt much closer to a 2–3 star property than what was advertised in the pictures. The room had some historic charm but was worn and dusty, with discolored towels, cracked fixtures, very limited amenities, and poor shower pressure. We were charged a resort fee, but no one explained what ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
"The room is clean everyday"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
"Room was nice. The only thing was inconvenient was that only one elevator was working at the time I was there. It was my second time staying there and ill continue to stay there.."
Reviewed on 30 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 Mary McLeod Bethune Council House and Studio Theatre.
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.
