What's Dupont Circle like?

There are lots of things that visitors like about Dupont Circle, especially its restaurants and museums. Enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's art scene and selection of bars. Learn about local heritage at top landmarks such as Dupont Circle. There's plenty more to see, including Phillips Collection and Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle.

Where are the best places to stay in Dupont Circle?

We have 155 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are some of our travellers' favourite lodging options in Dupont Circle:

Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

4-star hotel with indoor pool and restaurant

• • Sauna • Health club • Bar • Terrace • Central location

The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and spa

• • Free WiFi • Fitness centre • Bar • 24-hour front desk • Central location

The Dupont Circle Hotel

4-star hotel with restaurant and bar

• • Free WiFi • 24-hour health club • Café • Terrace • Central location

Park Hyatt Washington

Luxury hotel with spa and indoor pool

• • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Steam room • 24-hour fitness centre • Central location

The District by Hilton Club

3.5-star hotel with indoor pool and restaurant

• • Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Hot tub • Fitness centre • Close to shopping

How to get to Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle is located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from the heart of Washington.

Flying to:

• • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National), 4.3 mi (7 km) from Dupont Circle
• • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall), 27.3 mi (44 km) from Dupont Circle
• • Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.), 21.9 mi (35.2 km) from Dupont Circle

Things to see and do in and around Dupont Circle

What to see in Dupont Circle

• • Dupont Circle
• • Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle
• • Anderson House
• • Christian Heurich House
• • Dumbarton Bridge

Things to do in Dupont Circle

• • Phillips Collection
• • L. Ron Hubbard House
• • Anderson House Museum
• • Foundry Gallery

When is the best time to visit Washington?

• • Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 24°C)
• • Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 5°C)
• • Rainiest months: May, June, July, September (average 97 mm of rainfall)