Washington D.C. Hotels

Top 5 reasons to visit Washington DC:

Iconic Landmarks — Explore the National Mall, home to the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, U.S. Capitol, and some of the country’s most recognized sites.
World-Class Museums — Discover Smithsonian museums and cultural attractions offering a wide range of history, art, and science experiences.
Cherry Blossom Season — Visit the Tidal Basin in spring for one of Washington, DC’s most memorable seasonal displays.
Easy City Exploring — Walk between major sights, use the Metro to reach more neighborhoods, and spend less time navigating between attractions.
History Around Every Corner — From memorials and archives to museums and monuments, DC brings America’s past and culture together in one destination.

When is the best time to visit Washington DC?

March to April — Cherry blossoms, mild temperatures, and ideal conditions for exploring monuments, memorials, and outdoor landmarks.
September to October — Comfortable weather, fewer peak-season crowds, and a great balance of museums, neighborhoods, and sightseeing.

Where should I stay in Washington DC?

Downtown / Penn Quarter — A convenient base for museums, restaurants, theaters, and quick access to the National Mall.
Capitol Hill — Historic streets, local restaurants, and a classic Washington setting near the U.S. Capitol and Eastern Market.
Foggy Bottom — A central neighborhood with easy Metro access and proximity to the Lincoln Memorial, Kennedy Center, and Georgetown.
Dupont Circle — A lively area filled with cafés, galleries, nightlife, and a wide range of hotels.
Georgetown — Cobblestone streets, waterfront views, boutique shopping, and one of the city’s most charming atmospheres.

Destinations in the Northeast

Tourist Attractions in the Nation's Capital

If you’re itching to see the monuments and historic sites in the U.S. capital, plan to spend a couple of days wandering by foot around the National Mall, from the Lincoln Memorial to the Washington Monument. There is no better location for historic perspectives on the birth of the United States.

With 11 museums on the National Mall alone, Washington, D.C., holds a vast collection of items that preserve American history. The National Air and Space Museum offers out-of-this-world voyage exhibits such as the Apollo 11 Command Module, which was the living quarters for the first men who set foot on the moon. The Newseum is a unique exhibit dedicated to the evolution of the free press and mass communication, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum holds art that dates back to the colonial period.

If you’d like to plan a trip that pays homage to America’s heroes, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the National World War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, and the District of Columbia War Memorial all remember those who were lost during acts of service. National figures such as Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Jr. have their own dedicated memorials. Theodore Roosevelt has his own memorial island!

The list of iconic Washington landmarks is extensive. Snap a picture at the White House, home of the U.S. president. Next, take a selfie after your tour of the Lincoln Memorial, built in honor of Honest Abe. It sits across a huge reflecting pool from the Washington Monument. The view from the steep marble steps is worth the climb.

In the center of the Lincoln Memorial is a huge, lifelike sculpture of Lincoln sitting in a chair. If you can visit in late March, plan to walk from the mall to the Thomas Jefferson memorial amid the pink blooms of the cherry trees. It's a sight you won't soon forget.