Hotels near Van Ness-UDC Station

You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

Learn about the local history of Washington when you take a trip to Peirce Mill. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

If you're interested in local religious buildings head to Northwest— home to Washington National Cathedral. Our travelers also love the art galleries and museums in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Washington has lots of other popular landmarks you might want to see such as White House.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Rock Creek Park in Northwest. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the monuments, art galleries, and museums in the area. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to National Mall and McPherson Square, both nearby.

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Smithsonian's National Zoo, located 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from central Washington. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the art galleries, monuments, and museums in the area. If you have fun at Smithsonian's National Zoo, you'll love Smithsonian Institution and United States Naval Observatory, both located nearby.

Explore the campus of University of the District of Columbia as part of your travels around Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.