What's Southwest Like?
People go to Southwest to see attractions like Smithsonian Institution and to explore its green spaces like National Mall. Enjoy this walkable neighborhood's museums and selection of shops. Other popular sights worth a visit include United States Capitol.
How to Get to Southwest
Flying to:
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Southwest
- College Park, MD (CGS), 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Southwest
- Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton), 20.9 mi (33.6 km) from Southwest
Getting to Southwest on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- Waterfront Station
- L'Enfant Plaza Station
- Federal Center Station
Things to See and Do in and around Southwest
What to See in Southwest
- National Mall
- United States Capitol
- Audi Field
- Jefferson Memorial
- Tidal Basin
Things to Do in Southwest
- Smithsonian Institution
- Arena Stage
- The Anthem
- L'Enfant Plaza
- International Spy Museum
Other Popular Southwest Attractions
- Museum of the Bible
- National Museum of African Art
- Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
- National Air and Space Museum
- National Museum of the American Indian