Subway Directions to Events Near the White House

Directions for Using Washington DC Subway

Travelers to Washington DC events frequently find parking to be either expensive or at a premium; many find that the most efficient way to get there is via the subway. The Washington DC subway is fast and efficient, and you will be able to park at a stop in Maryland and Virginia to come into the city.  This weblink provides a map of Washington subway system.  You can plan your trip from the Washington DC subway web site. While the DC subway is usually a reliable form of transportation, it makes good sense to double-check on any possible service disruptions before heading out to events, in terms of allowing sufficient travel time.

Map of area:

white-house-map

If you are taking the Washington DC subway (Metro), you should exit at the Farragut West (Orange/Blue Lines), Farragut North (Red Line), or McPherson Square (Orange/Blue Lines) metro stops.


FARRAGUT WEST METRO STATION to WHITE HOUSE Walking Directions
:

1. Exit station through 18TH & I (EYE) ST NW entrance.
2. Walk approx. 1 block S on 18th St NW.
3. Turn left on Pennsylvania Ave NW.
4. Walk approx. 3 blocks SE on Pennsylvania Ave NW.

FARRAGUT NORTH METRO STATION to WHITE HOUSE Walking Directions:

1. Exit station through CONNETICUT AVE & K ST NW entrance.
2. Walk a short distance S on Connecticut Ave NW.
3. Walk straight on 17th St NW.
4. Walk approx. 1 block S on 17th St NW.
5. Turn left on I St NW.
6. Walk a short distance E on I St NW.
7. Turn right on Connecticut Ave NW.
8. Walk approx. 1 block S on Connecticut Ave NW.
9. Bear right on Jackson Pl NW.
10. Walk approx. 1 block S on Jackson Pl NW.
11. Turn left on Pennsylvania Ave NW.
12. Walk approx. 1 block E on Pennsylvania Ave NW.