capitol-hill
5:00 AM - 12:00 AM daily
Free
Any time for architecture, lunch for food court
Landmark
The metro makes reaching Union Station incredibly simple. Here's the straightforward route:
Board the Red Line
Look for trains heading towards Union Station. Check the display boards for confirmation.
Get off at Union Station
The station is well-marked. Use the main exit towards the street level.
Walk to Union Station
It's a quick 0-minute walk. You can ask locals or use Google Maps.
Local Tip
Red Line directly to Union Station
Opened in 1907, beautifully restored in the 1980s
What makes Union Station particularly convenient is its proximity to Union Station metro station – just 0 minutes on foot. You don't need to plan complicated logistics; just tap your metro card and you're practically there.
While you're in the area, consider checking out Library of Congress – they're near the same metro station and can easily be combined into a single trip.