Neighborhoods of the Washington, DC/Capital Region

By Rachel Cooper, About.com Guide to Washington, DC

The Washington, DC area has a wide diversity of neighborhoods - from urban communities bustling with activity to family-friendly suburban communities to quiet rural areas with lots of green space. This guide to the neighborhoods of the DC/Capital region will help you explore or find information about public transportation, major attractions, annual events, community resources and much more.

1. Washington, DC
2. Maryland
3. Northern Virginia

Washington, DC

The wide range of museums, monuments, government buildings, national landmarks and historic sites makes the nation's capital an interesting place to explore. Find information about Washington, DC neighborhoods including major attractions, photos, sightseeing tips, annual events, and community resources.

• National Mall
• Capitol Hill
• Georgetown
• Foggy Bottom
• Adams Morgan
• Dupont Circle

• Penn Quarter
• Anacostia Waterfront
• Southwest Waterfront
• Chinatown
• U Street
• H Street

Maryland

The neighborhoods of Maryland that surround Washington, DC offer a variety of lifestyle choices and recreation opportunities. The suburbs include urban communities, small towns and quiet rural areas. Find information about major attractions, demographics, annual events, community resources and more.

• Rockville
• Bethesda
• Gaithersburg
• Silver Spring

• Kensington
• Frederick
• Annapolis
• National Harbor

Northern Virginia

Parts of Northern Virginia are located just across the Potomac River and are very convenient to Washington, DC. Neighborhoods close to the city are more urban while small towns and horse farms occupy the outer suburbs. Find information about major attractions, demographics, annual events, community resources and more.

• Alexandria
• City of Fairfax
• Crystal City
• Leesburg

• McLean/Tysons Corner
• Reston
• Rosslyn