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 fascinating museums and great live music.
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
Mount Pleasant Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Foggy Bottom
The important monuments and popular shops are just a few highlights of Foggy Bottom. Make a stop by Potomac River or Chesapeake and Ohio Canal while you're exploring the area.
- White House
- National Mall
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- National Air and Space Museum
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- University of Maryland
- Smithsonian Institution
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Union Station Shopping Center
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Washington Monument
- Lincoln Memorial
- United States Capitol
- George Washington University
- National Museum of Natural History
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Kennedy Center
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center