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Union Station, Washington, District Of Columbia

 
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MadSuh's pictureby MadSuh Public Transportation travel tip
added on the 29th of August, 2010
I've seen the train station before its restoration and well, it looked shabby and time-worn with chunks falling down from its gables. Now, however the whole building looks amazing.

There are shops and restaurants everywhere, it looks a bit like a huge plaza, and it is a bit noisy but at least you can find everything in one place whether you're hungry, thirsty or you're looking for souvenirs and other kind of goods.

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50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20212, USA

 
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