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    The streetcar approaching the Union Station stop.
    Courtney K.

    Bottom Line: Great for accessing stuff on H Street and Benning Rd. but there is limited connectivity with DC's public transportation system. The DC Streetcar currently only consists of one line - H/Benning and it is either a joke or a novelty, depending on who you ask. I am in "Camp Novelty" and bizarrely fascinated with the resurrection of this circa 1800s mode of transportation. I thoroughly enjoyed ridding down H Street and being slightly jostled while listening to the percussion of the street car. But, I'm not sure how practical streetcars are in DC, in any carnation. More on that later. . . What I like about the streetcar is that it takes me to a neighborhood in DC that I would not otherwise explore. There are some real gems in this transitional neighborhood. I also like how clean the cars are. And since the streetcar is still free, that is nice too. I appreciate that the current western terminus is Union Station, DC's transportation hub, but I do wish the streetcar was closer to the train station. In any event, it is nice that the terminus has options for transfers to busses, the Metro (Red Line), commuter trains, Amtrak, etc. What I don't like about the streetcar is how slow it is. It is only slightly faster than walking but at least it's warm in the winter and cool in the summer. If the streetcar was better synched with traffic lights that would be nice. Streetcars were uber popular (ironic pun unintended) back on the 1800s and early 1900s. But, once cars became common place streetcars became obsolete. So why would one think that a streetcar can thrive in today's car culture? That is a rhetorical question. And for the record, streetcars do thrive in places like Portland, OR and San Francisco, CA where the city's residents embrace such public transportation concepts. But, a single streetcar line with minimal connection to another streetcar line or public transportation route has minimal value and practicality. The fate of the network of DC streetcars is unknown. It was never intended to be a single line, but instead eight lines covering 30ish miles. So far, the H/Benning Line was completed 10 months ago and it's not clear what the best next steps are. If the city is going to press on with the revival of the street car then a likely candidate is expansion of the current H/Benning line for 2 miles East to the Benning Road Metro Station. Connecting the streetcar to that Metro station would intersect it with the Metro's Blue and Silver lines. From there it seems possible that the streetcar could stretch from Union Station west on K St. to Georgetown. I'm curious to see what comes of the DC Streetcar. As for me, I plan to jump on the streetcar again soon and grab some delicious grub at Ben's Chili Bowl.

    Gail B.

    This has been on my bucket list for a while. I love the street cars. They are clean, roomy and still free! I love visiting H Street but sometimes parking can be tricky. Taking a street car means I don't have to circle the block or feed a parking meter. The Union Station stop boards at North Capital Street and H Street NE. It is closer for me to walk to the stop than Union Station. The DC Streetcar website even has a video tour of exactly where to board. It is fun watching the sights during the ride. A security guard is on board, which makes me feel safe, especially since I was alone. This is a great way to see a play at the Atlas Theater, visit Ben's Chili Bowl, Mythology or shop along H Street, NE. The web site lists the hours of service.

    Liza M.

    We just took the DC Streetcar for the first time! I moved here and visited H Street before the the cart existed. I heard that this was coming and this was our first time trying it out. We went to a restaurant near by (Pow Pow) and walked a little bit to get our digestion going while we waited for the Streetcar! We stopped to check the time the bus was going to stop by and it was maybe a minute off. Mind you it was 9pm but it got us quickly to Union Station. We took a bit of a walk through Union Station to get to the metro and voila we were home in 15-20 minutes. The streetcar was clean and timely. Again... keeping in mind the time. I'm sure it might be a hot mess during rush hour. The only major drawback was that I had to trek through Union Station to get to the metro. That seems kind of cumbersome, a little annoying, and as a woman possibly little worrisome. I don't really want to walk through the bus terminal at night to get to the metro. I think that should have been better thought through. On the other hand, it is at least well lit...

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    Latoya W.

    Yeah it took awhile. But hey, It brought me into the heart of H street, a place that was really hard to get to before. Yeah, I also had to metro into Union Station. Go up like 5 escalators, walk pass the greyhound buses, all the way outside and across the street but I guess where else could you put a street car? And again what other choice did I have to get to 15th and H in under 10 mins? So I think the (6 month free trial) deserves 4 stars.

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    Shameek R.

    After I don't know how many years and millions of dollars, the DC Streetcar is now up and running for the public to enjoy? I say enjoy because I'm not all that sure that in its current form it will serve a true alternative transportation option. It doesn't physically connect with any of the Metro subway stations, though it does come within walking distance of Union Station. That said, it's modern, clean, and smooth. They currently run every 15 minutes and are free to ride for the next six months. If/when they extend it to the Orange Line Minnesota Avenue station, the Blue Line Benning Road Station, and Gallery Place/Chinatown Station, then the DC streetcar will be a true transportation option. Right now it's a novelty and I give it three stars for being clean, modern, and smooth. Minus two stars for not being a true transportation option and for not running on Sundays. Oh yeah, it doesn't run on Sundays. So how's that for a transportation option (or lack thereof).

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority - When I first saw photos of Metro stations taken from above, I thought this vault would be grand, but it's smaller and used at many stations

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

    2.8(488 reviews)
    1.6 km

    My daughter left her phone on the rail car seat along with her fare card and didn't realize until…read morewe were at the exit turnstiles. Station Mgr, A. Q. Hawkins saw her distress and came out of the booth to help. He immediately went into action making calls to help locate and secure the phone while calmly and kindly reassuring her. With his assistance, we were able to get back both the phone and card that were found by a fellow rider. All thanks to Mr. A.Q. Hawkins!

    I like riding the metro. As someone who grew up near DC and moved to NoVA the Metro has been a…read moreconvenience for me in terms of getting around DC so I don't have to deal with hectic drivers or traffic. I've been riding this public transit nt entire life. However the last five weeks have been such a headache from WMATA's customer service that it's really made me consider if I need to just suck it up and drive into DC or take the bus. I used the SmartTrip app to reload my MetroCard and for over a MONTH the funds have been "pending". I called WMATA customer service, I emailed them multiple times, and even reached out to their official Reddit account. And I've been ignored, invalidated, gaslit a couple times, and some instances I've been disrespected by staff that clearly didn't want to be at work. I've always come with a level head but firm tone given how many times I've contacted WMATA and they have not resolved my issue. I'm irate and feel very disrespected and expected more from WMATA. As of 04/17 this issue still hasn't been resolved.

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority - My Metro train is pulling in to the Union Station station.

    My Metro train is pulling in to the Union Station station.

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority - There is concrete, ceiling panels, ductwork, etc being sorted and hauled

    There is concrete, ceiling panels, ductwork, etc being sorted and hauled

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority - I was impressed by how clean the rolling stock is, such as the seating, the partitions, and the floors. Note the sloped sides of the cars.

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    I was impressed by how clean the rolling stock is, such as the seating, the partitions, and the floors. Note the sloped sides of the cars.

    Kennedy Center Shuttle

    Kennedy Center Shuttle

    4.8(43 reviews)
    3.5 kmFoggy Bottom

    Very convenient! This shuttle goes to and from the Kennedy Center and the Foggy Bottom metro…read morestation at regular intervals. 10/10 would recommend!

    It's free. It may not be quick all the time due to traffic…read morein the area, but it will get you where you need to go and back. The only stops it makes are Kennedy Center and Foggy Bottom Metro. Location (Foggy Bottom Metro): There is a "Kennedy Center Shuttle" sign located on 23rd Street NW, DC. It is located near the exits for Foggy Bottom Metro and George Washington University Hospital. Once you see the shuttle sign, just wait there until the next shuttle arrives. The area in front of the shuttle sign can get a bit congested at times with other vehicles. Not to worry. If there are other vehicles stopped in that area, the shuttle will move a little closer to the traffic light that is near there, and pick/drop people off from that spot. It's all about safety. Location (Kennedy Center): They have a sign on the curb outside the Kennedy Center for the shuttle. If you are facing the building, look to your left. It will be by the entrance to the Hall of Nations. Once you get in the shuttle, grab a seat. Once all seats are taken, you can stand in the aisle and grab one of the handles hanging from the bars above. They are not very comfortable as the drive is not a straight one all the way. If you don't want to stand, you can always wait for the next shuttle (they run approximately every 15 minutes). Schedule for the Shuttle per Kennedy Center's website * Mondays = 9:45am to 11:30pm. * Tuesdays = 9:45am to 11:30pm. * Wednesdays = 9:45am to 11:30pm. * Thursdays = 9:45am to 11:30pm. * Fridays = 9:45am to 12am (midnight). * Saturdays = 9:45am to 12am (midnight). * Sundays = 11:45am to 11pm. Federal Holidays = 4pm to 11pm. Don't forget to thank the driver. Visited (Rode) August 2024

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    Kennedy Center Shuttle
    Kennedy Center Shuttle
    Kennedy Center Shuttle

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    Yellow Cab Co of DC - untitled

    Yellow Cab Co of DC

    1.6(251 reviews)
    3.7 km

    I only went looking for an alternative to uber & Lyft to save money during rush hour. My kid goes…read moreto school about a 15min drive from home, but no one is able to pick him up and he's too young to take the multiple busses it would take to get home. I used the YC mobile app & web app twice to get him a ride. Both times it said the driver would arrive in 4 mins--guess that's their default--but actually arrived in 15+ mins. When you book, they just tell you the ride is confirmed, but don't give you any information about the driver or how long it'll take for a few good long minutes. After a loooong wait, it says your driver is 4 mins away. The last time I booked with them, I watched the car on the app that had confirmed just sit, not move an inch, for probably 5 minutes solid. Geographically he was super close. Then for about 8 minutes he just inched along until he did finally reach the neighborhood. BUT, he whizzed right by the school and went down the street and just sat there. I called the service number 3 times-- it's just an automated machine. You can request to speak to the driver. Each of the three times I selected it, hoping to let him know that the school was behind him, it ring once and then hung up. After waiting for 16 minutes total for a car that was in the beginning had been like a 6-minute drive away, I cancelled the ride and ordered an uber for $8 more, which arrived in precisely 4 minutes.

    Despite having a previously bad experience with Yellow Cab, I thought maybe they'd mended their…read moreways. So I gave them another so I booked a ride several days in advance of my scheduled clinic appointment. Today I'm waiting to hear from Yellow Cab that my ride's on the way or it's arrived. Nothing! I call and I'm told They don't yet have a driver for me but they're still looking! What!??? I find they've scheduled my ride's is scheduled to be at my home at 10:4am. The time I'm supposed to arrive at the clinic! Whomever I was talking to just kept repeating that my ride's for 10:45am. I hung up cursing. I get a call saying that cat # whatever is on the way. OK. Maybe this won't be too bad. Cab picks me up at approximately 10:37. On the way I see his meter running so I ask if I'm being charged for this ride? I most definitely am. So I'm being charged twice for the same ride! I'm totally and completely done with Yellow Cab!

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    Yellow Cab Co of DC - Untitled

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    Uber - Between the two passenger doors

    Uber

    2.4(700 reviews)
    1.7 km

    The Ubers I've rode with here in Washington DC have been very nice people and ho are quick to out…read moredestination.

    Uber abandoned me at the airport and the app broke down. I scheduled a ride from the airport to my…read moreapartment A DAY BEFORE. I got off the plane to find my Uber driver 40 minutes away. I called him and he had no explanation except "Call Uber". BEYOND UNACCEPTABLE. I was unable to cancel the ride for another because your app thought my ride was "in progres" AND it wouldn't let me log in to make a phone call through the app or get help. Over and over again for an hour I tried to get help from Uber and couldn't reach a SINGLE PERSON. When I finally did--all they could do was charge me $30 for the trip you forced me to cancel THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THERE WHEN I ARRIVED and then charge me $78 for a new ride--$30 MORE THAN THE RIDE I HAD SCHEDULED. I've now paid $100 to wait an hour to get home when I should've paid $40 to not have to wait at all. They stole money from me, failed to help me when they left me stranded at the airport, finally *did* connect me with an agent only to charge me more than double for all the difficulty, and then made it impossibly difficult to even ASK for a refund--because there's no phone service for customer support. Just their circular AI and a series of multiple choice options THAT DO NOT COVER ALL POSSIBLE PROBLEMS. They're obviously trying very hard to take ZERO responsibility for your failures. So please know that I will NEVER use UBER again. I'm so done with them that I'm copy-pasting this review anywhere else that I can and giving them as many 1-star ratings as humanly possible.

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    Uber - Since i was moving, his bumper dragged along my front passenger door to my rear wheel well and part of the bumper.

    Since i was moving, his bumper dragged along my front passenger door to my rear wheel well and part of the bumper.

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    Uber

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