Washington, District of Columbia
Union Station is a historic transportation hub and leisure destination in Washington, D.C. Opened in 1907, the station is a magnificent example of Beaux-Arts architecture, featuring a soaring main hall with gold-leafed ceilings and classical statues. It serves as the headquarters for Amtrak and a major terminal for commuter trains, the Metro, and buses.
Beyond its function as a transit center, Union Station is a premier shopping and dining destination, housing over 100 shops and restaurants. It is one of the most visited sites in the city, blending the bustle of modern travel with the grandeur of the early 20th-century railway age.