Living in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. Address
Washington, D.C. 20036
410-234-9200
Life in the capital
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What to do
When it comes to activities, few cities can match Washington, D.C. World-famous institutions of government, including the White House, the United States Capitol, the Supreme Court, and numerous others, offer regular tours. Many of the most famous museums in existence, including the National Museum of Natural History, the Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery of Art, and the National Museum of American History, are to be found here. In addition, reflecting its diverse and international population, the city offers an unparalleled schedule of major social, cultural, political, and education events throughout the year.
Here are a few sites to start:

Let's eat!
As befits the nation’s capital, award-winning dining choices in Washington, D.C. run the spectrum from food trucks to four-star restaurants, with international cuisine well represented in this global city.
A few suggested sites to explore:

Getting here
Washington, D.C., is amply served by major highway, public transit, and airline modes. Two major airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Northern Virginia, along with nearby Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), address the needs of national and international travelers.
Union Station serves as the southern anchor for Amtrak trains’ busy northeast corridor. From here, riders can access Carey’s Harbor East location in Baltimore via Maryland Rail Commuter (MARC) service, as well as points north, including New York. Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Metro and bus service operate to and from Union Station. Interstate 95, I-495, and several other major arteries provide access to the city and surrounding communities in Maryland and Northern Virginia.

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Colonial Parking - 1625 Massachusetts Avenue
The garage in the Washington Center is open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. weekdays. While you cannot enter the garage after 7 p.m., you may access the garage through the building front doors and exit the garage until the building front doors lock at 9:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Parking is a flat rate of $8 after 4:30 p.m. Otherwise, it is $12 per hour or $20 all day. A $14 early bird rate is available to those who enter the garage before 8:30 a.m. Enter the garage from Massachusetts Avenue or 17th Street. Since it is sometimes difficult to enter this garage after 5 p.m., we recommend that you arrive early or park at one of the garages listed below. Note that your car may be towed if you block another car in this garage without leaving your key with the parking attendant. If you leave your key with the attendant, please make sure to retrieve it by 7 p.m. You will be responsible for all fees incurred as a result of being towed. Contact 202-295-8220 for additional information. Garage rates and hours are subject to change without notice.
Federal Parking - 1717 Massachusetts Avenue
The Federal parking garage at 1717 offers a $7 student rate from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Monday-Friday as well as from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. A J-card is required for this rate. This garage is only open to monthly parkers before 4 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Colonial Parking - 1616 P. Street
Parking is also available at the 1616 P St Garage. The lot is open from 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. to midnight on Friday, 8 a.m. to midnight. on Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sunday.
Visitor Parking on Saturday
Saturday parking is available at the Penn parking garage located at 1717 Rhode Island Avenue (under St. Matthews Cathedral). The garage is open from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., and parking is a flat rate of $5. Metered street parking is also available. You should read all street signs to ensure that parking is permitted.
Consult the following sites for more details:
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Amtrak Washington, D.C.
MARC TrainStudent Parking
- Monthly Rate: $283.95
- Daily Rate- Enter before 8:30am: $14.00
- Enter between 8:30am-4:30pm: $20.00
- Enter after 4:30pm: $8.00.
- The website is www.ecolonial.com and the garage location is 540.
Questions should be directed to the Washington, DC operations.
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Getting Around
Public transit options in the nation’s capital are extensive and varied. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates Metro and bus service which will take a rider within the area and to outlying suburbs in both Maryland and Virginia. Uber, Lyft, and rideshare programs are popular options, along with a large taxi fleet.
For additional information:
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
Uber Washington, D.C.
Lyft Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Rideshare
ZipCar Washington, D.C.
BIRD Scooters
Lime Scooters