Explore National Harbor and Washington, DC

Standing on the banks of the Potomac River, Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center welcomes guests to an upscale experience minuets from Washington, D.C. and Old Town Alexandria. The resort anchors the 300 acre National Harbor waterfront and marina. The entertainment district is just steps away with restaurants, boutique shops, and attractions such as The Capital Wheel, MGM National Harbor, Tanger Outlets, Musepaint bar, and Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Bar.

Washington, DC, USA
Welcome to one of the United States’ most iconic travel destinations and home to an amazing array of sights, activities, and events. Washington, DC, is known for its distinguished symbols of patriotism that line the city streets. Although you will not see any skyscrapers, because no building may be taller than the 12-story high Washington Monument, you will find excellent museums, a fantastic art scene, and awe-inspiring monuments and memorials. The city also has excellent shopping opportunities and first-rate restaurants.

See below for links to visitor information and details on individual attractions.

Dining

• At the Resort
• In National Harbor
  
• In Washington, DC

Shopping

• At the Resort: Find unique gifts and travel essentials at the shops in the Lower Atrium.
  
• In National Harbor
  
• In Washington, DC

Spa

• Relâche Spa & Salon at Gaylord National Resort

National Harbor Discounts

• Show Your Badge Pass

Local Attractions

• National Harbor
• The Capital Wheel
• MGM National Harbor
• National Cherry Blossom Festival
• Potomac Water Taxi & Sightseeing
• Old Town Alexandria
• Monuments & Memorials
• White House
• U.S. Capitol
• Library of Congress
• Smithsonian Museums
• National Children's Museum
• National Zoo
• Arlington National Cemetery
• Joint Base Andrews
• Mt. Vernon

For more information regarding things to do during your visit, please visit washington.org and request a free visitors guide.

The Gaylord National Resort offers shuttle service to all major airports. Water taxi service is available in National Harbor to and from Downtown Washington DC, Old Town Alexandria, Georgetown, Nationals Stadium, and Historic Mount Vernon.