Walk along The Wharf
Follow the piers and waterfront promenade, then stop for a meal. The Wharf’s calendar is worth a look for markets, music and seasonal gatherings.
Washington, DC · Neighborhood guide
Southwest DC
Southwest changes as you move toward the water. Around Federal Center SW and L’Enfant Plaza, offices and transit shape the day. Farther south, residential blocks, Arena Stage and The Wharf make room for dinner, a performance or a long waterfront walk.
The local picture
At a glance
- More than the waterfront. Southwest includes inland office and residential streets as well as the Washington Channel waterfront.
- An inland opportunity. 409 3rd Street SW is in the Federal Center SW area; it is a different setting from a storefront directly on The Wharf.
- After the workday. Theater, live music and waterfront dining give visitors reasons to stay into the evening.
MetroWaterfront and L’Enfant Plaza stations.
Anchors
The Wharf, Arena Stage and the Washington Channel.
Retail spine
Maine Avenue, 4th Street and inland Southwest.
Activity
Residents, offices, performances and waterfront visits.
Around the neighborhood
Make a little time for it
See something at Arena
Arena Stage brings theater to Southwest throughout its season. Choose a production and build the rest of your evening around it.
Explore the next waterfront
Capitol Riverfront is a separate neighborhood along the Anacostia. Our guide follows its parks, dining and ballpark activity.
Available spaces
Retail opportunities in Southwest DC
See each property page for current availability, plans and details.