Visit Mount Vernon Square
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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.
Things to do
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
DC in a Day Monuments Tour with 10 Stops, Optional Entry Tickets
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Top hotels in Mount Vernon Square
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
i would stay here again
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Valet, bellman, and front desk were all fantastic. Room was spotless and very comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
Staff was kind and curious! Room was very clean.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Eldon Luxury Suites
Great space and easily accessible to convention center
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG
New modern spacious rooms
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Washington Plaza Hotel
Pleasant staff, very clean, convenient
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Vernon Square
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.
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.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
