Upper Northwest
Washington
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Popular places to visit
American University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of American University during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Washington National Cathedral
Inside this vast, striking building are richly decorated chapels, important artwork and a stained-glass window that contains a piece of the moon.
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
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 shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Things to do
Washington Capitals Ice Hockey Game at Capital One Arena
National Mall Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Top hotels in Upper Northwest
Glover Park - Georgetown
Comfortable bedding
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
Clean room. Clean bathroom. Housekeeping was wonderful and always did more than what was expected. All the outlets in the main area didn’t work. I had to make my coffee in the bedroom or in the bathroom. Couldn’t use that to its potential. The initial communication through text from Sindy was a waste ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Beautiful building interiors. Comfy room. Family-friendly. We’ve actually been to the Omni Shoreham before and will be back again in the future.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Excellent staff
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Clean room, but never fixed my shade. Gym is way too small.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
one of the lights in the room didn’t turn on, as well as the heat not working all too good but besides that everything was perfect and i will love to book again!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Northwest
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Washington Harbour or Dumbarton Oaks.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
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.
