Nationals Park, Washington D.C.

Name: Nationals Park
Address: 1500 South Capitol St SE, Washington D.C., United States

#29 among attractions in Washington D.C.

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Facts and practical information

Nationals Park is the premier destination for baseball enthusiasts and event-goers in Washington, D.C., United States. As the home of the Washington Nationals, the city's Major League Baseball (MLB) franchise, this state-of-the-art stadium offers an exceptional experience for sports fans and visitors alike.

Opened in March 2008, Nationals Park was designed with the fan experience in mind, boasting a seating capacity of over 41,000. The stadium is not only a hub for baseball games but also serves as a versatile venue for concerts, festivals, and other large-scale events.

The park's design pays homage to the nation's capital, with stunning views of landmarks such as the Capitol Building and the Washington Monument from various vantage points within the stadium. A signature feature of the park is the innovative use of green technology, making it the first major professional stadium in the United States to be LEED-certified.

Fans can enjoy a range of amenities, including a wide variety of dining options that offer classic ballpark fare as well as local culinary delights. The stadium also features an array of interactive exhibits and attractions, such as the Nationals Park Hall of Fame and a virtual reality bullpen where visitors can try their hand at pitching.

Accessibility is a key component of Nationals Park, with easy connections to public transportation ensuring that the stadium is reachable for both local and out-of-town guests. Additionally, the park is equipped with numerous parking facilities and bike racks for those who prefer to drive or cycle.

Alternative names: Architectural style: ModernCoordinates: 38°52'22"N, 77°0'27"W

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1500 South Capitol St SESoutheast Washington (Navy Yard)Washington D.C. United States

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Day trips

Nationals Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Audi Field, Titanic Memorial, Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge, Navy Yard.

0.4 miSW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Audi Field, Washington D.C.
11 min walk • 38°52′6″N 77°0′44″W Audi Field is a soccer-specific stadium in Buzzard Point in Washington, D.C. It is the home stadium for the Major League Soccer team D.C. United. The stadium is also used by the Washington Spirit of the NWSL in select matches. The stadium seats 20,000 people. Previously, D.C.
0.6 miW
Monuments and statues
Titanic Memorial, Washington D.C.
17 min walk • The Titanic Memorial is a granite statue in southwest Washington, D.C. that honors the men who gave their lives so that women and children might be saved during the RMS Titanic disaster.
~1660 ftS
Bridge
Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge, Washington D.C.
9 min walk • The Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge is a through arch bridge that carries South Capitol Street over the Anacostia River in Washington, D.C.
0.5 miNE
Harbor
Navy Yard, Washington D.C.
12 min walk • Navy Yard, also known as Near Southeast, is a neighborhood on the Anacostia River in Southeast Washington, D.C. Navy Yard is bounded by Interstate 695 to the north and east, South Capitol Street to the west, and the Anacostia River to the south.
0.5 miN
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Randall Pool, Washington D.C.
13 min walk • Randall Junior High School is an historic building at 65 I Street, Southwest, Washington, D.C.
0.7 miW
Waterfront
Thomas Law House, Washington D.C.
17 min walk • The Thomas Law House was constructed between 1794 and 1796 near present-day 6th and N Streets, Southwest in Washington, D.C. The builder was a syndicate headed by James Greenleaf, an early land speculator in the District of Columbia.
0.8 miN
Nightlife, Restaurant
Bullfeathers, Washington D.C.
22 min walk • Bullfeathers of Capitol Hill is a restaurant and bar on 410 First Street SE in Washington, D.C. in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Its name comes from President Theodore Roosevelt's favorite euphemism for "bullshit." The logo of the restaurant is a depiction of Roosevelt. It was founded in 1979 by Gordon King.
0.6 miW
Waterfront, Georgian architecture
Wheat Row, Washington D.C.
15 min walk • Wheat Row is a row of four Late Georgian style townhouses located at 1315, 1317, 1319, and 1321 4th Street SW in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood of Washington, D.C. in the United States.
0.6 miNW
Library
Southwest Neighborhood Library, Washington D.C.
16 min walk • The Southwest Neighborhood Library is a branch of the District of Columbia Public Library in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood of Washington, D.C. It is located at 900 Wesley Place SW.
0.6 miNW
Park, Modernist architecture
Town Center East, Washington D.C.
16 min walk • Town Center East is an apartment complex in the Southwest quadrant of Washington, D.C. built in 1960–1961. The twin apartment buildings are across the street from Town Center West; both developments are part of the Town Center Plaza mixed-use development.
0.6 miNW
Museum, Art gallery
Art Whino, Washington D.C.
15 min walk • Art Whino is an art gallery at the National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland. Its primary objective has been to provide exposure to artists of the Lowbrow art movement since its inception in 2007.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nationals Park?

Nearby attractions include William Syphax School, Washington D.C. (6 min walk), D.C. Water Main Pumping Station, Washington D.C. (7 min walk), South Capitol Street, Washington D.C. (8 min walk), Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge, Washington D.C. (9 min walk).

How to get to Nationals Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nationals Park:

Metro

Navy Yard–Ballpark • Lines: Gr (7 min walk)
Waterfront • Lines: Gr (16 min walk)

Bus

M St SE & 4th St SE • Lines: V4 (12 min walk)
4th St & N St SW • Lines: 74 (14 min walk)

Train

Rayburn (27 min walk)
L'Enfant (30 min walk)