Penn Quarter, DC
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Popular places to visit
Ford's Theater
Enjoy a performance at Ford's Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
National Mall
National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and notable monuments.
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 entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
Find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Arlington National Cemetery. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and notable monuments.
Penn Quarter Hotel Deals
Riggs Washington DC
Excellent
Reviewed on 25 November 2025
Washington Plaza Hotel
Helpful staff; adequate room size; great location for convention and affordable restaurants; cleanliness
Reviewed on 29 November 2025
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
The room design was chic.. loved the red and white decor, and the led lighting.
Reviewed on 28 November 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Our stay was really nice, the location is amazing! We were supposed to have received a room upgrade through our benefits but had a view of a brick wall. The property is really nice, especially around the holidays (they had everything decorated so beautifully). We could not eat onsite at the hotel ...
Reviewed on 2 December 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Clean room and great service from front desk. Also walking distance from train station
Reviewed on 1 December 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
We had a great stay. The area is pretty convenient. About half a mile to downtown DC.
Reviewed on 30 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Penn Quarter
Downtown Washington D.C.
Central business district boasting Penn Quarter, Chinatown, and CityCenterDC, with a variety of bars, restaurants, and theaters. Explore historic sites like Lafayette Square and enjoy diverse dining options such as Fogo de Chão and Old Ebbitt Grill.
Southwest Federal Center
If you're spending time in Southwest Federal Center, check out sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza and hop on the metro to see more the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
Logan Circle
Logan Circle is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Washington.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
The Wharf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.
Capitol Hill
Historic and densely populated, this neighborhood boasts the Capitol, Supreme Court, and Library of Congress. Stroll along Pennsylvania Avenue, shop at Eastern Market, or explore Barracks Row's vibrant commercial scene.
Penn Quarter, DC
- Ford's Theater
- FBI Headquarters
- United States Navy Memorial
- Sidney Harman Hall
- Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center
- Shakespeare Theatre Company
- National Museum of Crime and Punishment
- Lansburgh Theatre
- Lincoln Museum
- Marian Koshland Science Museum
- Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington
- Apex Building
- White House
- National Mall
- Smithsonian Institution
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- United States Capitol
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Tysons Corner Center
- Arlington National Cemetery
- University of Maryland
- Georgetown University
- Capital One Arena
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Nationals Park
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Washington Navy Yard
- George Washington University
- Northwest Stadium
- Fair Oaks Mall
- Washington Monument
