What's Upper Northwest like?
If you're looking for the perfect part of the city to explore, consider Upper Northwest. Top attractions include Smithsonian's National Zoo. There's plenty more to see, including Washington National Cathedral and Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens.
Where are the best places to stay in Upper Northwest?
We have 91 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are some of our travellers' top lodging choices in Upper Northwest:
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Family-friendly hotel with 2 bars and outdoor pool- Free Wi-Fi • Restaurant • Outdoor pool • a hot tub • Walkable location
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
City centre hotel with indoor pool- Free breakfast • a hot tub • Fitness centre • 24-hour front desk • Central location
How to get to Upper Northwest
Flying to:
- Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Upper Northwest
- College Park, MD (CGS), 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Upper Northwest
- Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark), 16.3 mi (26.3 km) from Upper Northwest
Getting to Upper Northwest on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Tenleytown Station
- Van Ness-UDC Station
- Cleveland Park Station
Things to see and do in and around Upper Northwest
What to see in Upper Northwest
- American University
- Washington National Cathedral
- University of the District of Columbia
- Embassy Row
- Potomac River
Things to do in Upper Northwest
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
- Chevy Chase Pavilion Shopping Center
- Washington Doll's House and Toy Museum
- Kreeger Museum