Northern Chesapeake Bay, MD
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Chesapeake Bay
Where to stay in Northern Chesapeake Bay
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.
Inner Harbor
Historic seaport with post-industrial waterfront redevelopment, the Inner Harbor offers attractions like the National Aquarium and Maryland Science Center. Easily walk to stadiums or catch a water taxi to explore nearby areas.
Georgetown
Historic landmarks and a bustling commercial district await, with high-end shops, bars, and restaurants at Wisconsin Avenue and M Street. Enjoy waterfront dining at Washington Harbour or explore the scenic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.
Northwest
Discover the heart of Washington, D.C. in this bustling quadrant, home to the central business district, Federal Triangle, and northern National Mall museums. Explore college campuses, catch a game at Capital One Arena, or visit the National Cathedral and Rock Creek Park. Enjoy seamless connectivity with all six Metro lines and numerous bus options.
Old Town Alexandria
Discover well-preserved late-18th and early-19th century urban architecture in this National Historic Landmark District. Explore the commercial center around S. Washington Street and King Street, featuring notable buildings like the Art Deco Virginia Public Service building.
Dupont Circle
Embassies and think tanks abound in this area, where visitors can enjoy the Dupont Circle Fountain, historic Anderson House, and diverse dining options. Easily accessible via the Red Line Metro station.
Washington Plaza Hotel
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Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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citizenM Washington DC Capitol
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Glover Park - Georgetown
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The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
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ARC HOTEL Washington DC, Georgetown
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Popular places to visit
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
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.
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Watch Baltimore’s beloved baseball team play on their home field, located inside a groundbreaking stadium famous for blending classic and modern design elements.
Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina
The transformed former seaport is packed with museums, shops and family attractions and is one of the city’s most photographed areas.
National Aquarium in Baltimore
Inner Harbor’s biggest attraction recreates the marine and terrestrial habitats of thousands of animals from many parts of the globe.
Arlington National Cemetery
Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.
- National Mall
- White House
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards
- Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Johns Hopkins University
- National Aquarium in Baltimore
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Smithsonian Institution
- United States Capitol
- University of Maryland
- Arundel Mills Mall
- Baltimore Cruise Terminal
- Capital One Arena
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Marine Corps Base Quantico
- Howard University
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- U.S. Naval Academy
- Maryland Live Casino
- Washington Monument
- Johns Hopkins Hospital
- Nationals Park
- George Washington University
- Northwest Stadium
- National Museum of Natural History
- Six Flags America
