Eight Hundred Block of F St. NW, Washington D.C.

Name: Eight Hundred Block of F St. NW
Address: Washington D.C., United States

#911 among attractions in Washington D.C.

Italianate architecture, Romanesque revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Eight Hundred Block of F Street NW refers to a collection of five commercial buildings in the Penn Quarter neighborhood of Washington, DC. It currently houses the International Spy Museum and is across the street from the Smithsonian American Art Museum. It also houses a branch of the Shake Shack. ()

Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 38°53'49"N, 77°1'26"W

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

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Eight Hundred Block of F St. NW – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site, International Spy Museum.

~500 ftNE
Art depicting historic American figures
National Portrait Gallery, Washington D.C.
3 min walk • The National Portrait Gallery, nestled in the heart of Washington D.C., United States, is a cultural landmark dedicated to showcasing the faces and stories that have shaped the American nation. This illustrious museum, tag: museum, is housed in a historic building that...
~330 ftN
1868 museum also houses Portrait Gallery
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington D.C.
2 min walk • The Smithsonian American Art Museum, nestled in the heart of Washington D.C., is a treasure trove of American creativity. This museum, as a part of the Smithsonian Institution, is the nation's first collection of American art and stands as a critical representation of...
~1220 ftS
Park
Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site, a key thoroughfare in the heart of Washington D.C., United States, epitomizes the political and historical essence of the nation. Stretching from the White House to the Capitol Building, this iconic street has witnessed...
~140 ftE
Interactive exhibits about espionage
International Spy Museum, Washington D.C.
1 min walk • Steeped in the shadowy world of espionage, the International Spy Museum in Washington D.C. is a unique treasure trove of intrigue and mystery. This museum offers an immersive journey into the clandestine operations and intelligence activities that have shaped...
~630 ftE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
National Museum of Crime and Punishment, Washington D.C.
4 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...
~1220 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Friendship Archway, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • Friendship Archway is a paifang installed at Chinatown, Washington, D.C. United States. It is one of the largest ceremonial arches outside of China.
~550 ftW
Historic performing arts venue
Ford's Theatre, Washington D.C.
3 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.
~1260 ftS
7.5-acre tribute to a U.S. president
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is a presidential memorial in Washington D.C. dedicated to the memory of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, and to the era he represents.
~1080 ftS
Memorial, Specialty museum, Monuments and statues
United States Navy Memorial, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • The United States Navy Memorial is a memorial in Washington, D.C. honoring those who have served or are currently serving in the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and the Merchant Marine.
~660 ftW
Memorial, Greek Revival architecture, Specialty museum
Petersen House, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • The Petersen House is a 19th-century federal style row house located at 516 10th Street NW in Washington, D.C. On April 15, 1865, United States President Abraham Lincoln died there after being shot the previous evening at Ford's Theatre, located across the street.
~950 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Capital One Arena, Washington D.C.
5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Eight Hundred Block of F St. NW?

Nearby attractions include International Spy Museum, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), Julius Lansburgh Furniture Co., Washington D.C. (1 min walk), Equitable Co-operative Building Association, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), National Union Building, Washington D.C. (2 min walk).

How to get to Eight Hundred Block of F St. NW by public transport?

The nearest stations to Eight Hundred Block of F St. NW:

Metro

Gallery Place • Lines: Gr, Rd, Yl (4 min walk)
Metro Center • Lines: Or, Rd (7 min walk)

Train

L'Enfant (21 min walk)
U.S. Capitol (24 min walk)

Bus

Washington Deluxe Bus (24 min walk)
Peter Pan Bus (24 min walk)

Tram

Union Station • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (28 min walk)