Beginning at the National Mall and extending south along the Potomac River, Southwest DC contains five districts, including the Southwest Waterfront, Bellevue, Buzzard Point, and Southwest Federal Center. This popular, busy neighborhood is home to some of DC's most-loved destinations, including the Smithsonian Institution, the Jefferson Memorial, and the US Botanical Gardens. The Maine Avenue Fish Market is the nation's oldest fish market, established in 1801.
Southwest DC is one of the city's trendiest neighborhoods, featuring L'Enfant Plaza and the waterfront, a popular shopping and dining district. As a popular location for politicians and government officials, Southwest DC provides fast access to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.
