Ward Circle, Washington D.C.

Name: Ward Circle
Address: Washington D.C., United States

#453 among attractions in Washington D.C.

Park, Relax in park

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Ward Circle is a traffic circle at the intersection of Nebraska and Massachusetts Avenues in Northwest, Washington, D.C. The circle, totaling 30,243 sq ft, is owned and administered by the National Park Service through its Rock Creek Park unit. On three sides is the campus of American University, while the fourth is occupied by the Nebraska Avenue Complex, a U.S. government facility. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 384 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°56'19"N, 77°5'14"W

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Northwest Washington (Spring Valley)Washington D.C. United States

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Day trips

Ward Circle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: All Hallows Guild Carousel, Comet Ping Pong, Bender Arena, National Presbyterian Church.

1.1 miSE
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
All Hallows Guild Carousel, Washington D.C.
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Washington D.C., the All Hallows Guild Carousel is a charming amusement ride that offers a delightful experience for children and nostalgia for adults. This historic carousel, located within the verdant surroundings of the National Cathedral’s...
1.5 miNE
Nightlife, Restaurant
Comet Ping Pong, Washington D.C.
39 min walk • Comet Ping Pong is a pizzeria, restaurant, and concert venue located on Connecticut Avenue in Washington, D.C.'s Chevy Chase neighborhood. Owned by James Alefantis, Comet has received critical acclaim from The Washington Post, The Washingtonian, New York magazine, the DCist, and Guy Fieri of Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
~860 ftSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Bender Arena, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • Bender Arena is a 4,500-seat multi-purpose arena in Washington, D.C. The arena opened in 1988. It is home to the American University Eagles basketball, volleyball and wrestling teams.
~1990 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
National Presbyterian Church, Washington D.C.
10 min walk • The National Presbyterian Church is a Christian congregation of approximately 1,500 members of all ages from the greater metropolitan Washington, D.C. area.
0.8 miNE
Library
Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library, Washington D.C.
21 min walk • The Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library is a branch of the District of Columbia Public Library in the Tenleytown neighborhood of Washington, D.C. It is located at 4450 Wisconsin Avenue NW.
0.8 miNE
Church, Spanish colonial revival architecture
Eldbrooke United Methodist Church, Washington D.C.
20 min walk • Eldbrooke United Methodist Church is a historic church building located at 4100 River Road NW in the Tenleytown neighborhood Washington, D.C.
0.6 miSE
Synagogue
Washington Hebrew Congregation, Washington D.C.
15 min walk • Washington Hebrew Congregation is a Reform Jewish synagogue in Washington, D.C. affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism.
0.8 miSW
Park
Battery Kemble Park, Washington D.C.
20 min walk • Battery Kemble Park is a park in Northwest Washington D.C. administered by the National Park Service. Battery Kemble was a Union Army defensive site during the Civil War.
0.8 miNE
Cemetery
The Methodist Cemetery, Washington D.C.
20 min walk • The Methodist Cemetery is an historic cemetery, located at Murdock Mill Road, between River Road, and 42nd Street, Northwest, Washington, D.C. in the Tenleytown neighborhood.
~250 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
American University Museum, Washington D.C.
2 min walk • The American University Museum is located within the Katzen Arts Center at the American University in Washington, DC.
0.7 miNE
Park
Tenley Circle, Washington D.C.
19 min walk • Tenley Circle is a traffic circle in the Northwest Washington, D.C. neighborhood of Tenleytown. Tenley Circle lies at the intersection of Nebraska Avenue, Wisconsin Avenue, and Yuma Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ward Circle?

Nearby attractions include Katzen Arts Center, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), American University Museum, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), Bender Arena, Washington D.C. (5 min walk), National Presbyterian Church, Washington D.C. (10 min walk).

How to get to Ward Circle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ward Circle:

Bus

South Campus • Lines: White Route (8 min walk)

Metro

Tenleytown–AU • Lines: Rd (21 min walk)