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Crystal City, Virginia

By Rachel Cooper, About.com


Crystal City, Virginia is an urban community along the Potomac River with dramatic views of Washington DC. The downtown area is conveniently located within walking distance of National Airport and has many upscale hotels, retail stores, restaurants, high-rise apartment buildings and commercial offices. A unique network of underground shops and walkways attracts visitors to Crystal City from around the region.

Location

Crystal City is located in Arlington County, just south of downtown Washington, DC, between National Airport and U. S. Route 1.

Neighborhoods Near Crystal City

Rosslyn, Arlington, Clarendon, Ballston, Pentagon City, Fairlington and Shirlington

Public Transportation

Crystal City Metro Station
Virginia Railway Express
ART-Arlington Transit Service

Points of Interest in Crystal City

Crystal City Restaurants

Crystal City has a nice variety of places to dine. See a guide to the restaurants in Crystal City

Crystal City Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott
Crowne Plaza
Crystal City Marriott
Doubletree Hotel
Embassy Suites
Hampton Inn
Hilton
Holiday Inn
Hyatt Regency
Oakwood Crystal City
Ronald Reagan Radisson
Sheraton Crystal City Hotel

Crystal City Website

Crystal City Business Improvement District

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