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Discover National Harbor: A Premier Waterfront Resort Near Washington, DC

Rising from the banks of the historic Potomac River and just minutes from the nation's capital, National Harbor is a waterfront resort destination unlike any other.

The vibrant Waterfront District offers more than 75 boutique shops, restaurants and entertainment options along picturesque tree-lined promenades featuring a unique outdoor art collection by nationally and internationally renowned artists. Highly recognized for its iconic Capital Wheel, a 180-foot observation wheel offering panoramic views that include DC monuments; the Waterfront District includes an array of waterfront activities and events, as well as spectacular sunsets.

National Harbor is home to two of Maryland's Four Diamond rated hotels: Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, the East Coast's largest non-gaming hotel and convention center with almost 2,000 hotel rooms and 600,000 sq.ft. of meeting space, and MGM National Harbor, an integrated luxury casino resort with high-end retail, renowned chef-driven restaurants, a 3,000 seat theater and the largest gaming floor outside of Las Vegas. National Harbor includes six additional hotel properties and a total of 3,400 rooms, two of the region's signature spas, a 62-slip marina managed by IGY Marinas and Tanger Outlets with 85 premium designer brands. Located just 10 minutes from Washington, DC, National Harbor also provides easy access Old Town Alexandria and Mount Vernon via high-speed water taxi. For more information, www.NationalHarbor.com.

Amenities

  • Beer/Wine
  • Bus Parking
  • Set Menu
  • Happy Hour
  • Full Menu
  • Live Music
  • Group Dining
  • Reservation
  • ADA Compliant
  • Motor Coach/Bus Parking
  • ATM
  • ADA compliant
  • Currently Open for Business

Additional Information

Meeting Space Details

Inside Reception Capacity: Array

Distance to Metro

7 Miles

Distance to Conv Center

1 Blocks

Rest Type

Fast Food, Fine Dining, Full Menu & Table Service

Min to Airport

15

Discount

Coupon Discounts, Voucher Program, Military Discounts, Show Your Badge

Metro Station

Branch Avenue

Parking

Self, Valet, Both

Metro Line

Green, Yellow

Payment Options

American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Personal Checks, Visa

Directions

165 Waterfront St.
Ste. 300
National Harbor, MD 20745
United States


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