1133 21st Street, NW
Suite 210
Washington, DC 20036
- Driving / Parking
- From AT&T, 1900 Gallows Road, Vienna, VA
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)
- Rail Service into Union Station
- MetroRail Service
- Center Hours of Operation
Driving / Parking
Whether it be the multitude of places you can travel from, or the ever-changing road blocks and occasional motorcades, driving in DC can be complicated. For that reason, we recommend visitors travel from airports via taxi when possible. For those of you familiar with the city, our general location is NW DC, on 21st Street between L and M Streets. There is a small map at the end of this document to give you an overview of our location.
The most convenient parking lot, operated by Interpark, is below our building and accessible from 21st Street. Between L&M street, turn left into the garage (there are two garages right next to each other - turn into the one in Lafayette Center, in the red brick building). Once you take a ticket and pass the attendant, immediately turn left, (there is a sign indicating Lafayette II/Galleria parking.) Once in this section of the garage, there are two sets of elevators - use the set that is for Lafayette II (NOT the Galleria). This set will be against the wall of the garage, not in the center. Take the elevator to the second floor.
In addition, there are several other parking garages near Lafayette Plaza, on 20th Street and on L Street. Parking prices vary.
From AT&T, 1900 Gallows Road, Vienna, VA
For map detail, download the Directions from AT&T, Vienna, VA document [PDF, 465k]
- Take Leesburg Pike (Rt. 7) EAST toward DC.
- Exit about 1.7 miles onto I-66 East (to Washington)
- Take Exit 73, toward Rosslyn/Key Bridge
- Turn LEFT onto the Key Bridge and move to the far right lane
- At the light at the end of the bridge, turn RIGHT onto M St.
- Continue on M St., through Georgetown passed the one gas station on the left (at this point you’ll be bearing to the right onto Pennsylvania Ave.)
- At the 2 nd light past the gas station make an ANGLED LEFT turn onto L street. The Columbia condominium construction project will stay on your left side.
- Continue to 20 th street, and turn left (north)
- Continue to M street: turn left
- The next street is 21 st street: turn left and go about ½ block to the parking garage in Lafayette Center (see details below).
The most convenient parking lot, operated by Interpark, is below our building and accessible from 21st Street. Between L&M street, turn left into the garage (there are two garages right next to each other - turn into the one in Lafayette Center, in the red brick building). Once you take a ticket and pass the attendant, immediately turn left, (there is a sign indicating Lafayette II/Galleria parking.) Once in this section of the garage, there are two sets of elevators - use the set that is for Lafayette II (NOT the Galleria). This set of elevators will be against the wall of the garage, not in the center. Take the elevator to the Innovation Center on the second floor.
If 66 is not an option due to HOV restrictions:
- Take Rt. 7 EAST past 66 through the City of Falls Church
- Turn LEFT onto Washington St. (Lee Hwy, Rt. 29)
- Follow Lee Highway to the Key Bridge
- Turn Left onto the Key Bridge and follow directions above
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Washington National Airport is the closest airport to downtown Washington and the Innovation Center. It is located across the Potomac River in Virginia, five-and-a-half (5.5) miles from downtown. Allow 20-30 minutes drive time, depending on time of day. Recommended transport from this airport is via taxi and the fare is approximately $12.00 one way. Additional airport and ground transport information: http://www.metwashairports.com/national/index.htm.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Dulles Airport is located in Northern Virginia and is approximately twenty-six (26) miles from downtown Washington. Allow 50-60 minutes drive time. Taxi fare is approximately $50.00 one way, and is our recommended transport from this airport. Additional airport and ground transport information: http://www.metwashairports.com/dulles/index.htm.
Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)
BWI is located in Maryland, and it is approximately fifty (50) minutes drive from downtown Washington. Taxi fare is approximately $40.00 one way. Additional airport and ground transport information: http://www.bwiairport.com.
Rail Service into Union Station
Historic Union Station is located at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue, NE and North Capitol Street, near the U.S. Capitol. It connects the Amtrak rail service with the Metrorail (local service) to Washington, Maryland and Virginia. Most efficient transport from Union Station to the Innovation Center is via taxi, and the fare is approximately $5.00.
MetroRail Service
For greater map detail, download the Metro Directions document [PDF, 104k]
The Metrorail (subway) system is an inexpensive, convenient means of getting around the Washington metropolitan area. The base fare is $1.35 minimum up to $3.90 during rush hour times; $2.35 maximum during non-rush hour times. The Metro information line is (202) 637-7000. For more information: http://www.wmata.com/.
Closest stops to the Innovation Center:
From Farragut North (Red Line)
There are three
exits from the platform (indicated by red arrows in the detail map to
the right). Preferably, take the center stairs/escalator to the “L” street exit
which will bring you out to the SW Corner of Connecticut and L. From there,
turn left on “L” street and walk three blocks to 20th street and turn
right.
If you exit on the far end of the platform out the other “L” street exit, upon exiting the escalator, you will need to turn right and cross Connecticut avenue. Continue walking on "L" street three blocks to 20th street and turn right.
If you should go out the K street exit, you’ll have to backtrack up Connecticut to L, then walk three blocks to 20th.
Once on 20th street and L Street, you will find the Innovation Center is in Lafayette Center, a red brick building on the left (West) side of 20th street. Enter the building courtyard under the flags, walk almost to the next street over (21st) street and look for the lobby entrance on the left marked with the address 1133 21st Street, on an oval sign on one of building columns on your left. From that lobby, take the elevator to the second floor, turn right and you will be facing the entrance to the AT&T Innovation Center. Ring the bell and a staff member will answer and direct you to your meeting room.
From Farragut West (Blue and Orange Lines)
Exit station via
escalator and turn left onto 18th street ("I" street will be on your
right). Walk 2 blocks to "L" street and turn left on L Street. Continue
walking on "L" street two blocks to 20th street and turn right. The
Innovation Center is in Lafayette Center, a red brick building on the left
(West) side of 20th street. Enter the building courtyard under the flags, walk
almost to the next street over (21st) street and look for the lobby entrance on
the left marked with the address 1133 21st Street, on an oval sign on one of
building columns on your left. From that lobby, take the elevator to the second
floor, turn right and you will be facing the entrance to the AT&T
Innovation Center. Ring the bell and a staff member will answer and direct you
to your meeting room.
Center Hours of Operation
Typically, our operating hours are 8:45 am to 5:00 pm. After 6:00 PM, before 8:00 AM and on weekends, the building and elevators are locked. When event hours extend beyond these times, we will make special arrangements in advance to allow visitor access.
For greater map detail, download the Directions document [PDF, 218k]
