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About Mount Vernon Square

Mount Vernon Square is a central Washington, DC, gathering place bounded by 7th St NW, 9th St NW, Mount Vernon Place NW, and K St NW. It sits adjacent to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, which hosts large exhibitions, meetings, and galas. This page provides practical details for attendees, including seating information, parking options, transit access, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth visit.

Whether you’re attending a major convention, a press conference, or a community event, secure your seats with confidence. We’ve got you with up-to-date details and trusted partners for hotels and dining near Mount Vernon Square.

Mount Vernon Square offers convenient access for event-goers, with direct WMATA Green and Yellow line service at the Mt Vernon Sq/7th St-Convention Center station. While there is no on-site parking at the center, nearby private garages and hotel garages provide flexible options. For your stay, consider connecting with affiliated partners like Washington Marriott Marquis DC (connected to the center) or Grand Hyatt Washington for easy walking access to events. Explore the vibrant surrounding area for dining and nightlife before or after your events.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Mount Vernon Square is a city square bounded by 7th St NW, 9th St NW, Mount Vernon Place NW, and K St NW.
  • The Walter E. Washington Convention Center sits adjacent to Mount Vernon Square; official signage/address is 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW (commonly shown as Mount Vernon Square/7th St).
  • Convention center capacity varies by space: up to 42,000 attendees across exhibit, ballroom and salons; spaces include about 703,000 sq ft exhibit and a 52,000 sq ft ballroom.
  • Transit access: Mt Vernon Sq/7th St-Convention Center station on WMATA’s Green and Yellow lines provides direct access to the area.
  • Parking: there is no dedicated on-site parking at the convention center; nearby private garages and hotel garages serve attendees (examples include garages at 501 K St NW and 901 Massachusetts Ave NW).
  • Nearby hotels commonly used with events at the center include Washington Marriott Marquis DC (connected to the center) and Grand Hyatt Washington (nearby), useful for attendees.