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 acclaimed art galleries and shops.
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
Great service. Room was nice. Staff great.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
Stayed for 4 days and 3 nights. Staff was exceptional. Complimentary breakfast and happy hour (2 drinks) with chips and salsa. I felt this was a nice touch!!!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Everything was always clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
The hotel is clean and the staff is friendly and helpful. In addition, the hotel is in a great location for the sites and restaurants.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Very nice staff
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Room was spacious although I did have an issue with the coffee maker. Breakfast was good with hot and cold offerings. Only inconvenience was getting ice for your room. You had to come to the lobby market place but the ice bucket was in the room. Initially I think it would be more efficient to have ...
Reviewed on 9 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.
