Title: Visit Southwest Federal Center: 2026 Southwest Federal Center, Washington Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Southwest Federal Center](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Federal-Center-Washington-Hotels.0-n553248635976470508-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Washington](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Washington.d178318.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Washington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Washington.d178318.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Southwest Federal Center](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Southwest-Federal-Center.d553248635976470508.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southwest Federal Center Vacations](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Federal-Center.d553248635976470508.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southwest Federal Center, DC ## Washington ![Quiet, Peaceful, Beautiful Arlington National Cemetery ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6236/76febf22-ffcd-4dce-8488-e6481e779fce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Exhausting, emotionally draining and a must in any visit to DC. Leave yourself at least 2 1/2 or 3 hrs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3763/f7a2d97b-e1f8-4375-996c-b436218ef31e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Southwest Federal Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3763/cc052413-f010-4fab-a70a-4b885895f838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The United States Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503260/f4dcf4bd-8c98-4055-901b-706de5a83fdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A visit to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a somber, eye-opening and worthwhile experience. The exhibit is very emotional, so allow some time afterwards for decompressing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3763/06d09fcc-8002-424a-9592-1abfc566cd48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southwest Federal Center Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Washington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Washington.dx178318) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Museum of the Bible which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634373810292/117543be-0732-4e4b-bcbd-b4ac1f1a8a75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museum of the Bible You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops. [](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-The-Bible-Southwest.d553248634373810292.Vacation-Attraction) ![Explore the unique architecture and exhibits at International Spy Museum in Washington DC, revealing the world of espionage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065565/f9e2ef80-cfd6-4056-8ea2-35381af4b99c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### International Spy Museum The shadowy world of espionage comes under the spotlight in a museum where nothing is quite as it seems. [](https://expedia.com/International-Spy-Museum-Southwest.d6065565.Vacation-Attraction) ![United States Holocaust Memorial Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069175/32d08d57-bf80-4922-89f7-72d7b1461783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Get an in-depth understanding of the harrowing events of the World War II genocides, the people involved and those who fought to end the atrocities. [](https://expedia.com/United-States-Holocaust-Memorial-Museum-Southwest.d6069175.Vacation-Attraction) ![Metro Orange Line](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6236/da721644-d6b5-41e5-a59e-8924971403ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### L'Enfant Plaza During your trip to Washington, you can enjoy retail therapy at L'Enfant Plaza. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.com/LEnfant-Plaza-Southwest.d6065575.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bureau of Engraving and Printing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6248460/7dcb75f8-fae9-4a6d-baff-e397c24b71fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bureau of Engraving and Printing Bureau of Engraving and Printing is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and notable monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Bureau-Of-Engraving-And-Printing-Southwest.d6248460.Vacation-Attraction) ![Washington DC historical Bartholdi Fountain and United States Botanic Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6251291/1a6c8fc9-3f8a-48d8-a495-cb829dfdce59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bartholdi Fountain Bartholdi Fountain 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 acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.com/Bartholdi-Fountain-Southwest.d6251291.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Capitol](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1212881/e2174400-f609-46b9-be1c-b3a367b5041e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Mall Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets $68 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/national-mall-monuments-night-tour-with-10-stops.a1212881.activity-details) ![Discover DC Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/262425/2832bb05-bc3b-47e7-8477-7bf73beb5e41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover DC Tour $89 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-dc-tour.a262425.activity-details) ![No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48416454/8392e054-330b-4e60-9f87-81c00390fed1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook $25 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/no-wait-washington-monument-direct-entry-tickets-guidebook.a48416454.activity-details) ![Elephant exhibit in a bustling Smithsonian Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/514522/0104eb9c-c654-48d5-a0ab-46a0b041f8c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Smithsonian Natural History with Expert Guide $95 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/smithsonian-natural-history-with-expert-guide.a514522.activity-details) ![We end the tour outside Ford's Theatre, the historic theatre where President Lincoln was shot. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1213602/187967db-8192-4235-a6ea-bb08110ed095.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre $49 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/night-of-lincoln-assassination-from-white-house-to-ford-theatre.a1213602.activity-details) ![VIP National Archives Skip-The-Line Guided Tour 6 ppl Max](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46573766/8586d784-0591-426c-80d9-4ae682c1b515.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Archives VIP Skip-The-Line Small Group Guided Tour $59 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/national-archives-vip-skip-the-line-small-group-guided-tour.a46573766.activity-details) [See all activities in Washington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Washington.d178318.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Southwest Federal Center Hotel Deals ![citizenM Washington DC Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45740000/45730900/45730805/591de6db_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### citizenM Washington DC Capitol 550 School St SW Washington DC $143 nightly $166 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,176 reviews) Perfect! Location was great - short walk to the mall/museums and the wharf. Rooms had everything we needed. Staff was friendly and helpful. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=45730805&PinnedHotelID=45730805&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470508) ![Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16800/16778/209f0f43_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG 550 C St SW Washington DC $193 nightly $224 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,879 reviews) Everything was great. Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=16778&PinnedHotelID=16778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470508) ![Salamander Washington DC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1044300/1044257/0fa595e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Salamander Washington DC 1330 Maryland Ave, SW Washington DC $424 nightly $492 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,112 reviews) Beautiful property. Exceptionally welcoming and friendly staff. Great, spacious, and well-decorated room. Highly recommended! I look forward to returning. Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=1044257&PinnedHotelID=1044257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470508) ![Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21500/21488/055c346f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf 480 L'Enfant Plaza Washington DC $237 nightly $275 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,232 reviews) Close to the National Mall. Like how there was a metro station very close. Very close to the wharf area where there was some pretty good restaurants. Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=21488&PinnedHotelID=21488&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470508) ![Washington Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40600/40512/8a8ad264_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Washington Plaza Hotel 10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC $134 nightly $155 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (4,964 reviews) The hotel was great. About 6 blocks from the White House and a mile walk to the Washington Monument. The staff were extremely friendly and very attentive to us. Always greeted us with a smile. We ate dinner about two times and it was great. We had espresso in the morning with Carlos and he was very ... 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