Suggestions for Government Building near Navy Yard, Washington

Ellie P. • September 26, 2014One of the better, little-known D.C. great photo op spots.

David W. • October 15, 2016Beautiful building with a great collection.

Tim J. • April 5, 2010If you want snacks go to vendors on C street they have the chepest snacks lol

Katherine L. • March 11, 2014There's a small (well done) exhibit about the GPO on the north side of the building. Tours of the building can be arranged through your congressman and run through the summer months.

Julian B. • October 19, 2010Try the sushi in the food court........good stuff

Vivek S. • April 14, 2011One of the nicer House buildings - go say Hi to your rep!

Architect of the Capitol (AOC) • June 21, 2018The O'Neill Building was constructed in the 1960s, and named after former Speaker of the House Thomas P. "Tip" O'Neill in 2012. Ownership was transferred to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2017.

Architect of the Capitol (AOC) • December 29, 2011Constructed in 1939, today the Ford building is occupied mainly by staff of various committees of the House of Representatives, the Congressional Budget Office, and the Architect of the Capitol.

Shaun F. • December 3, 2009Make sure you check out the cafe on the bottom floor. The Buffalo chicken wrap and salad are fantastic

Richard • March 27, 2011Cafeteria...hmmmm

David C. • December 7, 2010Stir fry in caf healthy & tasty. Don is very friendly as he makes it to order.

Roman • November 13, 2012Morning pizza is too tempting to pass up

lilmsbossypants • August 9, 2011There is a great view of the US Capitol building from the 9th floor of the Hart. Great for watching fireworks.

D. A. • April 9, 2010Go by and visit Sen. Lemieux from the great state of Florida. Be sure to ask for a glass of freshly squeezed Florida oranges.

A • April 20, 2018Go talk to your senator’s staff. They’re super friendly and helpful.

Desmond P. • February 19, 2013Try restaurant row outback!

Chris J. • December 27, 2011Excellent exhibit with a lot of history. Folks should definitely give this here a look.

David O. • May 26, 2010From the red line, get off at Judiciary Square. Otherwise, get off at Gallery Place and walk two blocks.

rafael v. • February 24, 2011You can only enter the side doors with a DC govt ID

Sarah K. • March 2, 2013Can't complain about the food! Nice selection of international cuisine (and more "American" things). Great for a brunch or lunch in a nice space, thought it could very well be loud when busy.

Michael R. • May 1, 2013A hidden gem in the Nation's Capital.

Mark B. • June 26, 2015Fantastic museum. Free to the public. Lots of oils, water colors and sculptures from lots of the Masters.Great collection in beautiful setting. Can be a maze so definitely take a map or the audio tour

Hilsdon Photography LLC • August 19, 2012Beautiful gardens to sit and read a book in the morning. Nice and peaceful, with some really quiet corners.

Devin B. • January 29, 2018The exhibits themselves are pretty small, but the building itself is incredible! Definitely hop on a free guided tour to learn the history! Also seems to be a great place for kids

DC Preservation League • July 27, 2011Constructed between 1879-1881 by architects Cluss & Schulze, it was built to house the international exhibits left over from the Philadephia Continennial Exhibition of 1876.