We visited Union Station and explored both levels and walked a loop of the entire property. My last visit was over 20 years ago and I was disappointed with how run down it is now and most shops are now franchise operations. The building architecture is gorgeous. Outside views are also phenomenal. read more

Taking the Amtrak train to NYC for daughter's 1st trip via train. Very smooth process! The staff was very friendly and made sure to assist us with priority boarding with our stroller. The price wasn't bad, we had 4 traveling that had to pay, $78 each on the way back, 115 each going. ( round trip) They are asking for our next trip via train so I'm planning something new to come read more

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This is a major hub of transportation with Amtrak, buses and car rentals.. We are here early to catch a ride to New York City. There are three floors of restaurants and shopping during regular working hours. The Main Hall is absolutely gorgeous and great in stature. The station is clean and workers are helpful in directing you. read more

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Easy to access, easy to navigate, spacious. I understand that this is not the right comparison, but still - a lot more comfortable than grand central terminal in New York. Good amount of comfortable seating, some also with power. Large number of food options. read more

A beautiful station that is easy to navigate. It's super easy to know where to go to catch your train or bus. There's direct metro access which is appreciated. The staff is so friendly here too read more

The inside was beautiful architecturally and it was spacious and very clean. There were good variety of shops and restaurants available. I went to catch an Amtrak and there was a clean and well lit Amtrak lounge where you can wait how your train. read more

Union Station - Shopping Centers Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Union Station is huge and beautiful. There are plenty of dining and shopping options while you wait for your train, including a Uniqlo. The Marc and Amtrak trains run here. There is also buses, taxis, and car rentals available as well. This transportation hub has it all. It is clean and trending with different events every week. In April, they have their Spring Fling event with musical performance, photo booths, and a variety of vendors. They are also a 20-30 minute drive from the National Mall. Marc train tickets to Baltimore City are under $10 and usually take about 45 minutes to an hour. There is a huge sign to tell you which Gate to board at - so everything is clear and organized. read more

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My first time on the Amtrak was solid thanks to Union Station! Bathroom was clean, signage was accurate, and the staff was making sure we boarded and left on time. The train itself was clean and comfortable, WiFi worked, and the staff was kind. read more

Ive been here multiple times and it's a great experience every time. Easy getting off Amtrak and finding the exit and same for getting back on. I love that you really can't get lost. I like the different food , coffee and dessert options. I really like the enclosed waiting area and the fact that you can get a taxi asap , no excessive waiting. I enjoy coming to this station. read more

From an architectural perspective, DC's Union Station is gorgeous. At least in the main hall. The food court could use a remodel. I don't mind traveling to or through Union Station. It is a huge transportation hub, and they have plenty of eateries and shops to check out while waiting for a train. It's almost like a mini airport but with trains instead. I can appreciate that. My trains to Union Station tend to be on time, but I swear we never ever leave to head to Richmond on time from the station. They have to change the engine to go into Virginia (thanks, Ashland) and the last several trips have been delayed while they search for one. I'd love if they could fix that process to make it more efficient. read more

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Train station @ DC. After visiting National Postal museum, we walked over to the station and walked around. We saw Uno pizza and shops upstairs, Uniqlo, European chocolates, blue bottle coffee and a Christmas tree on the first level. We also passed by amtrack gates and waiting area. The down stairs had a lot of fast foods, such as Dunkin donut, Mcdonald, Chipotle etc with a lot of seating. read more

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Union Station is a major Amtrak transit hub that serves DC's subway system and MARC trains as well. Architecturally, the front end is beautiful. In contrast, the more utilized back end, basement, and the garage is in utter need of an uplift. Sometimes I feel like this station isn't being used to its potential - but there are large multi-year plans on the drawing board to redo the entire station - and it will happen! The pandemic has hurt a lot of businesses here and it hasn't really started recovering until maybe this year 2024 when they added some reputable and popular businesses to its storefront. But for now, it still pales to New York's station, and is a step below Boston's even though it's a good walking step to the US Capitol. read more

DC union station is clean and easy to navigate. I typically take the train either to Baltimore or New York and have never had any issues with service, wait time, or delays. There are a number of new restaurants there now but plenty of options to grab something quick. read more

Since this is the major Amtrak train hub in my area, I don't really have much other options. It's convenient in the sense that it's in central DC. But that also makes it extremely convenient :) The place could use a makeover/major renovation. Yes, there are grand ceilings and arches but it is also very old and dirty. A lot of the shops inside seem to struggle to stay open. It would be nice if this place could look like Moynihan Train Hall in NYC. read more

This is a highly convenient transit location, and I've observed its transformation over the years. It's clear that things are moving in a positive direction. What impresses me the most is the improvement in cleanliness, especially with the restrooms. The fresh scent of bleach coming from the bathrooms is a welcome change, given how unpleasant they used to be. The effort put in by the cleaning staff is truly commendable, making a significant difference in the overall experience. read more

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Coming back from the pandemic has been difficult for the city, but it is nice to see that things are opening back up here again. The new Uniqlo is massive and there is finally more seating options for people. It is a massive hub for Amtrak and all of the buses leave from here. There are also MARC and VRE trains that leave from here. There is plenty of signage and more workers seem to be helpful than they used to so you know where to go. New food, although chains, are nice to see that are coming back to this important station. read more

Wow, this is an impressive building and it was easy to locate. There are lots of doors and we are quickly inside finding the coffee shop and reading the status board to check on our train. There could be a few more ramps for bicycles and handicap patrons, but perhaps I just didn't see them. The huge curved roof is distinctive and we had fun taking a few photos here before our departure. read more

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I think Union Station should have a better ride share pick up flow. It was ridiculous how congested pick up was. The only thing that saved me is that my Uber driver disregarded the pick up rules and oozes me up from lane 2. Other than that Union Station was very clean on the inside. The staff was extremely helpful in helping to navigate ways to get in and out of the building after train arrivals. I love that there were a number of restaurants and shops to help pass time. read more

Union station is a very cool building. We took an Old Town Trolley Tour out of here. Before the tour we had a quick bite at Taco Bell in their food court area. They gave quite a lot of fast food places to choose from. Union station is where you can take travel trains as well as it is a metro stop and bus stop. read more

We visited Union Station on our 3-day trip to Washington DC and it was beautiful. The architecture looks so grand. The ceiling is so high and majestic, it is what it looks like in the movies. It was very clean throughout the station. One thing I didn't like was how far the bathrooms were. The men's restrooms were to the left of the station and the women's bathroom was to the right of the station. Why do they have to be so far apart? This train station is the hub for many rails and bus lines so it serves to be one of the most important on the east coast. I have not yet ridden a train so I will make sure I write up a proper review on this in the future. I will say they have plenty of restaurants and shopping available. read more

Such a beautiful station. I'm always in awe when I walk through at how clean and grand the space is. From Union Station you can catch the local metro, the MARC or Amtrak. There's shops like Uniqlo and eateries like Chick-fil-a. The best part of coming through Union Station in my opinion is once you head outside you can see the Capital . Take a visit down to DC the brunch scene is a vibe!! And it will be cherry blossom season soon. read more

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Wha a gorgeous train station! We don't have train stations like this in California, so I appreciate the sizes and beauty of Union Station. We came to take AmTrak to Philadelphia. It was our first time on AmTrak, and it was easy to figure out where to be and what to do. The only somewhat if-fy part was trying to figure out how far down to walk to figure out which trains were coach to make sure we sat together. read more

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If you're visiting the area and need essentials, this is the place. The architecture is a marvel and offer transportation of all kinds. There are places to shop, eat and meet. Wide selection, friendly service from all employees and nice values for those last minute souvenirs. read more

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Arrived early on Saturday morning for a train to NYC and was disappointed to find that most of the restaurants didn't open until 8am. McDonald's is open that early, but nothing sounded appetizing to me. All went smoothly as far as boarding my Amtrak train and finding the appropriate track. Amtrak staff were considerate and friendly, read more

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You know, Union Station is an architectural marvel. The building looks cool from the outside and inside when you look at the walls and ceiling. This is the hub for several different trains and buses! I have hopped on Amtrak to go to a couple of locations, hopped on and off the metro there, and taken buses to and from New York. There's a handful of restaurants and stores too. I will say that most of them are fast food, so I wish the options were a little healthier and more diverse. Let's talk about the bus lot. The signs do a great job indicating where to find each bus line, and the lines for each bus tend to be quite organized. Do not walk freely on the road of the bus lot though, the staff will get so mad at you -- hey, safety first! Those buses are huge. Did I mention Union Station is GREAT if you play Pokemon Go?! read more

Clean and extremely beautiful and busy visit different places with one location. Did a trolley tour read more

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A far cry from the days of an old, rundown and decaying railroad station. The train station is now very nice with a wide variety of shopping and eateries to choose from while waiting for your train. All the staff was very friendly and helpful. You can tell that the Acela crews enjoy their assignments. The waiting area is clean and bright with train postings and announcements for all departures. Restrooms are clean and well maintained. It felt like a very safe and welcoming place. Prices are what you would expect, but cheaper than at the airports. I would strongly suggest purchasing snacks elsewhere for your trip, but the onboard Amtrak Cafe car does have a nice selection. Our trains were on time and boarding was easy. Note however, that depending on the weather be prepared since the platforms are outdoors. read more

DC, I envy you. I live in a major city, that being New York City. I have been to this station three times in my life, and have never seen such a clean station in my life, back in NYC. To add further insult to injury, this is a major hub where you can catch the Metro, Greyhound, Megabus, Amtrak, etc.-- so to see such a clean station has been mine boggling to me. I arrived here two hours prior to my departure, so I just sat on the lower level, which constantly had staff cleaning up and washing tables when people got up. I did not see one piece of garbage and it was such a delightful sight to see. The only potential negative was several of the stores were closed, but it was a Sunday. Staff here was helpful, they have an employee outside of the both, to assist customers, who had inquires. (NYC should adapt this) Overall. I couldn't have been happier with my experience here, and with that said, I remain in envy, of the DC Metro system! read more

This is a nice station , pretty big & easy to follow. We took the bus in from NYC , buses arrive below & it's pretty straight forward for the most part. Once you u are out there are a few places to eat, drink & do some shopping. U can find an Uber or local transportation right outside the station, the local transportation is pretty convenient. Buses & Trains arrive here pretty frequently so it's a busy station. Service depends as U got a few choices for your ticket purchase, theres ticket vending machines, u can also buy online or see a teller, the smaller booths outside by the bus didn't seem to be open. Overall good station to use. read more

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It can still eat it! Am not a fan of this station. Flat out the improvements are cosmetic. Was not pleased today with the signage. Seriously this is a mouse trap with no cheese. Okay my apologies as they have a crummy Sbarro's that's atrocious. They do have a Dunkin at least. It is better than years past. Yet it's a tangled mess. So many trains and signs are well below average. I can laugh about seeing my VRE train roll out, as admittedly I was pushing it. Yet if signs were better I would be relaxing. Now I sit in a dilapidated chair, looking at a lot of railroad tracks. If going here do your research, as the place is still a challenge to get around. Plus the smell of certain aromas is quite prominent. read more

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Let me just say that I'm very impressed with how clean and orderly this station is. Coming from Philly to DC was such a change of scenery and atmosphere. The station was super clean. It didn't smell like crack, urine, or feces. The station had many places to eat and shop. It was very grand. Even the metro station inside was very nice. Nothing at all like Philly subways. Very clean. There's clearly law and order here and I appreciate it very much! I felt safe traveling today. Thank you for ensuring my safety and making the experience memorable by keeping your facilities clean. read more

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Need to light up the front at night. My elderly uncle was looking for his Uber and couldn't find it because it's so dark and there's tons of cars out there! Very dangerous Other than that the employees were very kind train was late both way's but that happens. Pleasant ride. read more

Located near the U.S. Senate Office buildings, Union Station provides transportation between the metro, Amtrak as well as buses. Within Union Station there are shops and fast food restaurants located on the bottom level. We had a great experience here taking the Amtrak Acela line to New York. read more

First time train traveler here and I must say taking the Amtrak into DC was easy peasy! We arrived into DC early in the morning. This location has a ton of places to eat and shop in which is nice if you have a layover. What I loved - The lobby area from the traffic loop is stunning! The architecture is very ornate and a great place to sip on coffee while you people watch. -they have a private place for nursing mothers to nurse or breast feed which is nice. -The screens that show departure and arrival times for trains are very helpful. What I didn't like -This place has a completely different vibe after dark. The crowd is sketchy, and there is a very distinct urine smell lingering in the air. - Panhandlers, there are a-lot of them here, many of which are very aggressive! Be careful. - The bathrooms are pretty dirty - pigeons there are a-lot of them inside the train station. read more

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Have been here several times to drop off & pick up friends & family & have also come here with out-of-towners to take them on tours of DC as this is a starting point for many of the tour companies. Also was here for a company Christmas party years ago & that was amazing! It really is a lovely train station with its beautiful architecture! The station has tons of shops for your enjoyment and, of course, food & drinks. There is a parking garage in the back & a Kiss n Ride drop off at the front for your convenience. The sad part about Union Station is it always has a homeless camp out front. It breaks my heart to see this on many levels & it always shocks me into the reality of how fortunate we all are! Regardless of our everyday struggles, we always have a lot more to be thankful for than we may realize. Amen! read more

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Years ago this place was great, they had Laduree! Now it's Blue Bottle - what happened?! The food options are rather disappointing, the chocolate shops are not. And they close in the evening - if you plan to be there late, bring something with you. It is an absolute shit show waiting for the Amtrak and seeing which track is yours, speaking as a spoiled New Yorker (Moniyhan spoiled me with their open floor plan). Getting picked up/dropped off is also a NIGHTMARE. If you are planning to pick up or drop off someone - give yourself an additional 30 minutes. Even if you live just 15-20 minutes away. read more

Came here for the first time on a Saturday morning, and was very surprised with the efficiency and the helpfulness I received. Union Station is huge but has good signage and several staff available to answer your questions and direct you to your gate. Signage for departures and arrivals are easily available, and there is a food court as well as nice shops in the station. Very clean and spacious. read more

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The building is beautiful. A good selection of shops and food. It was really fun to explore!

Gorgeous atmosphere and not too busy for an early weekday train! Not as many food/beverage options as there used to be, but the Blue Bottle near the Mass. Ave entrance is a good choice. Mobile order the coffee ahead of time to avoid the long line! read more

Magnificent station that has been gentrified since I came here from NYC on Amtrak. Lot's of food venues. Today we came for the food hall & clean bathrooms . There was even a small craft fair on the main hall. read more