Southeast Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
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.
Washington Navy Yard
Washington Navy Yard is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art galleries.
Library of Congress
In its dedication to the written word, this building is the pinnacle of everything literary. Visit this treasury showcasing the world through writing.
Eastern Market
During your visit to Washington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eastern Market. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
The Yards Park
After visiting The Yards Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Anacostia River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Anacostia River during your travels in Washington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
Top hotels in Southeast
Capitol Hill Hotel
Clean friendly allowed early check in
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
The hotel is fine. Location overlooks Nats Park which is nice. The staff on day of check out were less than helpful. Came to town to run a race and I asked the day before for late check out. Told to ask the next morning. Asked then and told to ask later. Asked later and they said oh we have reached ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Thompson Washington D.C., by Hyatt
Staff was very friendly. Junior suite was spacious corner room and had a good view. Annoyed by "destination fee" of $30/night plus $5 tax on the fee. Junior suite had expresso machine rather than regular simple coffee maker. I couldn't get it to work.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Capitol-Navy Yard
We have stayed at this hotel last year. Our visit this year was terrible. We checked in on Thursday & we were told the room would be cleaned on Saturday. It wasn’t, so we talked to the front desk on Saturday night & they assured us it would be cleaned on Sunday. Sunday night when we got back, no ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard
Friendly helpful staff. Clean spacious room.,great location . Metro stop a block or less distance.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard
We liked the location but our room was never cleaned & made up after the first day - they did fix the clogged sink in the bathroom however
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Nationals Park and jump on the metro at Navy Yard 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.
Southwest Waterfront
While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station to see more of the city.
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.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
The Wharf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or Gangplank Marina.
