Union Station / the Train, Washington D.C.

I think Union Station is a pretty impressive place. Yes, it is very mall-ified inside, but there are some splending spaces that have been preserved. And the exterior of the building gives you a sense of the thrill and prestige of rail travel in a bygone era. Great train stations were never merely utilitarian depots; arriving at Ronald Reagan Airport is just not the same.

I love the Metro and Union Station. The DC Metro is a model for what the rest of the US should aspire to.

This is a stop on trains to neighboring cities and a connection to subway. You can also buy souvenirs. Besides, this is nothing short than a monument of architecture.

If you travel via Amtrak to DC, you'll arrive at Union Staion.

Before you run out and grab a taxi, have a stroll around, it's a beautiful building on the inside and out.