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As the meetings industry evolves, we invite you to experience the Washington, DC Difference
Washington D.C. at a glance
Average hotel room cost
USD 250
Average meal cost
USD 15
Largest hotel
1,175 rooms
Total hotels
196
Total rooms
36,120
Number of convention centers
1
Convention center space
2,200,000 sq. ft.
Largest convention room
194,000 sq. ft.
Highlights of Washington D.C.
1. The City
Washington, DC, the U.S. capital, is a compact city on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. With incredible museums, monuments, events and more, DC is a world-class destination.
2. Attractions
It is defined by imposing neoclassical monuments and buildings – including the iconic ones that house the federal government’s 3 branches: the Capitol, White House and Supreme Court. The city limits include many historic national monuments and famous museums like the Smithsonian Institution.
3. Meeting Destination
From Smithsonian museums to stunning waterfront properties and more, discover these venues that will make your next meeting, convention or event stand out and making events memorable by providing environments that helps attendees focus on the brand. There are 701 Conference Rooms in Washington D.C..
There is no place like Washington, D.C. and no meeting facility or convention space like the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. With 2.3 million square feet of meeting space, the center attracts a whopping 2.5 million visitors every year. This impressive events facility in the nation's capital boasts an impressive list of prestigious events, including five of the 10 official inaugural balls for President Barack Obama in 2009 and both of the inaugural balls in 2013.
Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., the Washington Convention Center facility opened in 2003 and has ushered in unparalleled residential and commercial development for the area. The original structure was erected in 1874, just two blocks away from the current site. In it…