Popular places to visit
National Mall
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to National Mall, a popular green space in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
National Air and Space Museum
Steeped in history, National Air and Space Museum is one of the well-known cultural places to see during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Smithsonian's National Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Smithsonian's National Zoo and see why this is a favourite sight in Washington? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
National Museum of African American History and Culture is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
United States Capitol
United States Capitol 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 theatre scene and shops.
Top hotels in The Wharf
![Washington Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40600/40512/e9bb53fb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2024
![InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16030000/16024200/16024166/a4470d2d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2024
![Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19549500/19549444/f1152623_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2024
![Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18120000/18110300/18110217/c2c595f3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2024
![State Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11300/11234/d5dac7a5_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2024
![Omni Shoreham Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25300/25292/5d0ca915_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around The Wharf
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Southwest Waterfront
While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station to see more of the city.
![International Spy Museum featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21804-International-Spy-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Southwest Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like National Mall or National Air and Space Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
![National Air and Space Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21320-National-Air-And-Space-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like National Mall and National Air and Space Museum, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
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Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like The Yards Park and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
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Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
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Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.