Takoma, DC
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.
National Air and Space Museum
Heaven for aviation enthusiasts, this museum takes you on an uplifting journey through the history of flight and space travel.
Smithsonian's National Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Smithsonian's National Zoo and see why this is a favorite attraction in Washington? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Things to do
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Potomac River Cruise, Entry Tickets
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Washington DC National Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
Odyssey Washington D.C. Premier 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Band
Takoma Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Takoma
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and National Mall, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Upper Northwest
While you're in Upper Northwest, take in top sights like Smithsonian's National Zoo or Washington National Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Tenleytown Station or Van Ness-UDC Station.
Northeast
You might enjoy the monuments while in Northeast. Union Station Shopping Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to see more of the city.
Logan Circle
Logan Circle is known for its popular shops, and with sights like National City Christian Church and Studio Theatre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Washington.
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.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like Farragut Square or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
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- 150th Ohio National Guard Monument
- 98th Pennsylvania Volunteer Monument
- 122nd New York Volunteer Monument
- Washington Theological Union
- White House
- National Mall
- National Air and Space Museum
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- University of Maryland
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Smithsonian Institution
- Washington Monument
- Lincoln Memorial
- Capital One Arena
- George Washington University
- United States Capitol
- Washington Navy Yard
- Tysons Corner Center
- Georgetown University
- Howard University
- Nationals Park
- National Museum of Natural History
- FedEx Field
- George Mason University
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Six Flags America
- Pentagon