What's Northwest like?
People go to Northwest to see famous places such as White House, as well as its many attractions such as Smithsonian Institution. Travellers like this walkable neighbourhood for its art scene. National Mall and Smithsonian's National Zoo are a couple of popular sights that will definitely leave an impression.
How to get to Northwest
Flying to:
- Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), 6 mi (9.7 km) from Northwest
- College Park, MD (CGS), 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Northwest
- Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark), 17 mi (27.4 km) from Northwest
Getting to Northwest on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Cleveland Park Station
- Van Ness-UDC Station
- Woodley Park-Zoo Station
Things to see and do in and around Northwest
What to see in Northwest
- White House
- National Mall
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- Capital One Arena
- United States Capitol
Things to do in Northwest
- Smithsonian Institution
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
- Phillips Collection
- Lincoln Theater
Other popular Northwest attractions
- Washington National Cathedral
- Rock Creek Park
- Dupont Circle
- Mansion on O Street
- Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle