Judiciary Square, Washington D.C.

Name: Judiciary Square
Address: Washington D.C., United States

#701 among attractions in Washington D.C.

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Judiciary Square is a neighborhood in Northwest Washington, D.C., the vast majority of which is occupied by various federal and municipal courthouses and office buildings. Judiciary Square is located roughly between Pennsylvania Avenue to the south, H Street to the north, 6th Street to the west, and the Interstate 395 access tunnel to the east. ()

Coordinates: 38°53'43"N, 77°1'7"W

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Northwest Washington (Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown)Washington D.C. United States

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Judiciary Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Newseum, National Building Museum, National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden, National Museum of Crime and Punishment.

~860 ftS
Interactive museum devoted to journalism
Newseum, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • The Newseum, located in the heart of Washington D.C., stands as a tribute to the evolution and importance of the press and the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. This modern museum, which opened its doors in 2008, offers an interactive experience...
~950 ftN
Architecture and engineering exhibits
National Building Museum, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • The National Building Museum stands as a majestic architectural treasure in the heart of Washington D.C., a mere stone's throw from the United States Capitol. Housed in a grand structure that once served as the Pension Building, this museum is dedicated to exploring...
~1940 ftSW
Park, Vernacular architecture, Art gallery
National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden, Washington D.C.
10 min walk • In the heart of Washington D.C., the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden offers a serene and artistic retreat from the bustling city life. This outdoor park, a branch of the National Gallery of Art, is a harmonious blend of nature and artistry, featuring an array...
~1020 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
National Museum of Crime and Punishment, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • The National Museum of Crime and Punishment, often simply referred to as the Crime Museum, offers a stark and intriguing journey through the history of crime and its consequences in the United States. Located in the heart of Washington D.C., this museum provides an...
0.4 miW
Historic performing arts venue
Ford's Theatre, Washington D.C.
11 min walk • Ford's Theatre is a theater located in Washington, D.C. which opened in August 1863. It is infamous for being the site of the assassination of United States President Abraham Lincoln on April 14, 1865.
~1230 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Capital One Arena, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • Capital One Arena is an indoor arena in Washington, D.C. Located in the Penn Quarter neighborhood, the arena sits atop the Gallery Place rapid transit station of the Washington Metro.
~600 ftNE
Memorial, Monuments and statues
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, Washington D.C.
3 min walk • The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. United States, at Judiciary Square, honors 21,183 U.S. law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty throughout American history.
~1080 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Stephenson Grand Army of the Republic Memorial, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • The Stephenson Grand Army of the Republic Memorial, also known as Dr. Benjamin F. Stephenson, is a public artwork in Washington, D.C. honoring Dr. Benjamin F. Stephenson, founder of the Grand Army of the Republic, a fraternal organization for Union veterans.
~380 ftNE
Museum
National Law Enforcement Museum, Washington D.C.
2 min walk • The National Law Enforcement Museum is a mostly-underground facility located adjacent to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC's Judiciary Square.
~1040 ftW
Theater
Harman Center for the Arts, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • The Harman Center for the Arts is a complex consisting of the Lansburgh Theatre and Sidney Harman Hall in downtown Washington, D.C. USA. SHH is the latest addition to the existing Lansburgh Theatre to create the new "Center For the Arts". Construction began in November 2004 and it opened on September 15, 2007.
~1310 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district
F Street and 7th Street shopping districts, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • Parts of F Street and 7th Street, N.W. and nearby blocks have historically been the heart of the Washington, D.C. downtown shopping district. In the first half of the 20th century there were numerous upscale large department stores along and near F Street, while 7th Street housed more economical emporia and large retail furniture stores.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Judiciary Square?

Nearby attractions include Darlington Memorial Fountain, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), United States Court of Military Appeals, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), District of Columbia City Hall, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), Statue of Abraham Lincoln, Washington D.C. (2 min walk).

How to get to Judiciary Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Judiciary Square:

Metro

Judiciary Square • Lines: Rd (3 min walk)
Archives • Lines: Gr, Yl (6 min walk)

Train

Russell (17 min walk)
U.S. Capitol (17 min walk)

Bus

Washington Deluxe Bus (17 min walk)
FlixBus Washington Union Station • Lines: 2601, 2602, 2668, N2610 (17 min walk)

Tram

Union Station • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (21 min walk)
H Street & 5th Street Northeast • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (28 min walk)