Title: Visit Southwest Waterfront: 2026 Southwest Waterfront, Washington Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Southwest Waterfront](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Waterfront-Washington-Hotels.0-n868434388164472832-0.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 Waterfront](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Southwest-Waterfront.d868434388164472832.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southwest Waterfront Vacations](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Waterfront.d868434388164472832.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southwest Waterfront, DC ## Washington ![The Yard Waterfront Park in Washington DC on the Pedestrian Walkway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/868434388164472832/8bc739d7-0ed0-4e4b-a433-89fd8b383553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Yard Waterfront Park in Washington DC on the Pedestrian Walkway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/868434388164472832/8bc739d7-0ed0-4e4b-a433-89fd8b383553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southwest Waterfront Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Washington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Washington.dx178318) --- ### Popular places to visit ![White House which includes a city, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503261/da53510d-2c72-405f-9a76-ff94599b346b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### White House 4/5(5,961 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/White-House-Northwest.d503261.Vacation-Attraction) ![Washington_WalterEWashingtonConventionCenter_6034985_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034985/b02c0b52-fcde-4c76-8219-dc4e31596ee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Walter E. Washington Convention Center 4/5(551 reviews) During your trip, find out what's happening at Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention center in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans. [](https://expedia.com/Walter-E-Washington-Convention-Center-Downtown-Washington-DC.d6034985.Vacation-Attraction) ![United States Capitol building showcasing neoclassical architecture under clear blue skies in Washington, DC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503260/7bd77e8b-04a0-45d2-9d63-4a4510be556e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Mall 4.5/5(4,017 reviews) Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip. [](https://expedia.com/National-Mall-Southwest.d507500.Vacation-Attraction) ![HTTR! Skins with a dramatic come back win against the Bucs ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058114/65e0c46e-9b69-496a-80e1-522ffe6e8a95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Northwest Stadium 4/5(72 reviews) Catch an event at Northwest Stadium during your trip to Hyattsville. Attend a football game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Northwest-Stadium-Landover.d6058114.Vacation-Attraction) ![District of Columbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503277/8154e640-aa65-490f-93f4-847a995e5186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Union Station Shopping Center 4/5(115 reviews) Fashion outlets, accessory stores, souvenir shops and a food court sit amid the grand arches and majestic columns of Washington’s central railway terminal. [](https://expedia.com/Union-Station-Shopping-Center-Northeast.d503277.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Smithsonian Castle South Lawn close to the flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068571/6b24fed8-6035-422e-ae45-e078bd1652e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Smithsonian Institution 5/5(128 reviews) Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Smithsonian-Institution-Northwest.d6068571.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/696059/28d7f334-768e-40c6-913d-265594154eca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### DC City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Tickets $87 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/dc-city-tour-with-10-stops.a696059.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) ![Ghost and Graveyard Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49627877/f84e09ab-d5fc-4a6b-b60c-cc870d71d18a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ghost and Graveyard Tour $20 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/ghost-and-graveyard-tour.a49627877.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) ![Capitol Building in Washington DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/489228/56c889ea-4610-4dd6-90a9-30a04bf1ad52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York $129 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/one-day-tour-washington-philadelphia-from-new-york.a489228.activity-details) [See all activities in Washington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Washington.d178318.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Southwest Waterfront Hotel Deals ![Washington Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40600/40512/e9bb53fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Washington Plaza Hotel 10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC $99 nightly $115 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. 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