Penn Quarter, DC
Washington
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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 acclaimed art scene 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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. 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 fascinating museums and shops.
Penn Quarter Hotel Deals
Riggs Washington DC
Love the decor! So comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Room was clean and staff was friendly
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
Salamander Washington DC
Room was spotless and the concierge service was fast. Would definitely like to come back for a spa day as the spa was completely booked up during our stay.
Reviewed on 14 January 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Amazing experience! Perfect location if you want to park your car and taxi to the tourist spots! Rooms were clean, smelled lovely and had what we needed! Breakfast was hot and fresh for us! Victor (manager) checked us out and was soooo pleasant! We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 14 January 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Great stay
Reviewed on 16 January 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Nice place
Reviewed on 15 January 2026
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.
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.
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.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like K Street or World Bank, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
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 Gangplank Marina.
Penn Quarter, DC
- Ford's Theater
- FBI Headquarters
- United States Navy Memorial
- Shakespeare Theatre Company
- Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center
- Sidney Harman Hall
- National Museum of Crime and Punishment
- Lansburgh Theatre
- Marian Koshland Science Museum
- Apex Building
- Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington
- Lincoln Museum
- White House
- National Mall
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- Smithsonian Institution
- Capital One Arena
- United States Capitol
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Tysons Corner Center
- Union Station Shopping Center
- University of Maryland
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Georgetown University
- Northwest Stadium
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- George Washington University
- Nationals Park
- Howard University
- Washington Navy Yard
- Washington Monument
