Closest Metro Stops:
Union Station
Capitol South ![]()
Federal Center SW ![]()
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When visiting the U.S. Capitol Building, keep in mind that there is very little public parking available near the Capitol. Metered street parking is found along the National Mall to the West of the Capitol. The nearest public parking facility is at Union Station.
Capitol South Station (Orange and Blue Lines) is the closest metro station to the U.S. Capitol Building. It is also accessible via the Federal Center SW Station (Orange and Blue Lines) or Union Station on the Red Line, but you will have to walk a longer distance. Use the map and directions below to find suggested routes to the Capitol Building.


