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Washington Memorial and Reflecting Pool in DC

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf Destination

Take a refreshing stroll along The Wharf and watch the sunrise or sunset over the Potomac. Explore the area for interesting new things to do near D.C.'s Wharf District. Charter a boat for a private waterside tour of the monuments and the historic area.

Things to do

The Anthem

A popular music venue, The Anthem is also just steps from our hotel. Ask the concierge for a list of performances happening during your stay.

Museums

Hop on The Wharf's free shuttle to the National Mall to explore Washington D.C.'s cultural heart: the Smithsonian Institution museums. Explore the history of aviation at the National Air and Space Museum, whose collection includes The Wright brothers’ pioneering Flyer and Neil Armstrong’s space suit. Commune with the masterworks of the National Art Gallery. Or visit the National Museum of Natural History, where you'll find everything from immense dinosaur fossils to the Hope Diamond.

Monuments and History

Culture and history are seemingly at every corner in Washington, D.C. Plan to visit icons such as the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, The White House, the Jefferson Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. While visiting, be sure to visit the International Spy Museum for a bit of intrigue and the National Zoo featuring our beloved Giant Pandas.

Georgetown

Washington D.C.’s oldest neighborhood is lined with boutiques, acclaimed restaurants, local-favorite pubs, and scenic views. Stop in at Georgetown Cupcakes (arrive early as a long line will form) for incredible sweets, pause to admire the National Cathedral, and stop for a drink at Martin’s Tavern, Georgetown’s oldest restaurant.

Washington Monument

The symbolic soul of the nation, Washington D.C.'s National Mall is home to a dizzying array of statues, monuments, and museums. Marvel at the view from atop the Washington Monument, visit the moving and imposing Lincoln Memorial, and stroll alongside the iconic reflecting pool. In the spring you can experience the city's most beloved natural phenomenon: the blooming of the cherry blossoms, which sees The Mall awash in pink and white petals.

Applaud a Show

There is always something on stage in D.C. From the magnificence of The Kennedy Center and the grandeur of the National Theatre, to more intimate stages including Ford’s Theatre, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, and Shakespeare Theatre Company, discover the artistic inspiration of the Nation’s Capital.

The Cherry Blossom Festival

Washington D.C’s most famous celebration is the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival. It occurs most years in March simultaneous to the arrival of the delicate pink tree blooms. The event includes a series of parades and activities, commemorating the gift of 3,000 cherry trees to the district of Washington from the Mayor of Tokyo in 1912.

Delectable bites nearby

The Watering Hole

American

Located on lively Wharf Street, The Watering Hole, open seasonally, is an outdoor patio bar overlooking the Washington Channel. Enjoy a frosty beer, a glass of wine, or an expertly mixed cocktail while people watching or ship spotting. Service Hours Thursday to Sunday 3:00PM to 10:00PM Join us Saturdays and Sundays for Raw Bar at The Watering Hole, a Willowsong pop up experience from 3:00PM to 10:00PM. Weather Permitting.

Reservations:

801 Wharf Street SW Washington, District of Columbia 20024 United States

Check-in: 4:00 pm

Check-out: 11:00 am

Minimum check-in age: 21