There are three major airports serving the Washington, DC area: Ronald Reagan Washington National, Dulles International, and Baltimore-Washington Thurgood Marshall International. National (DCA, 2 miles) is the closest to the Seminar site, followed by Dulles (IAD, 32 miles), and BWI (32 miles). There are taxis, shuttles and public transportation options from each airport. For more information, click on the name of the individual airport.
There is an excellent public transportation system in the DC area. The Metro (subway) goes from National Airport to the Seminar location. You can take a combination of bus and Metro to reach the Seminar location via public transportation.
SuperShuttle offers shared van service to and from all airports. Click here to get a fare quote and make a reservation (advance reservations are required).
Amtrak serves Washington, DC (Union Station) and one can easily take Metro from Union Station to the Seminar location.
The National Capital area has the second worst traffic congestion in the U.S. (after Los Angeles). Morning and evening rush "hours" last four hours each, and traffic can be maddeningly inconsistent from hour to hour and day to day. Keep this in mind when selecting a hotel in terms of its distance from the Seminar site. Use apps like Waze and Google Maps to check on traffic and best driving routes.
There is an excellent public transportation system in the DC area. The Metro (subway) goes from National Airport to the Seminar location. You can take a combination of bus and Metro to reach the Seminar location via public transportation.
SuperShuttle offers shared van service to and from all airports. Click here to get a fare quote and make a reservation (advance reservations are required).
Amtrak serves Washington, DC (Union Station) and one can easily take Metro from Union Station to the Seminar location.
The National Capital area has the second worst traffic congestion in the U.S. (after Los Angeles). Morning and evening rush "hours" last four hours each, and traffic can be maddeningly inconsistent from hour to hour and day to day. Keep this in mind when selecting a hotel in terms of its distance from the Seminar site. Use apps like Waze and Google Maps to check on traffic and best driving routes.
The official conference hotel for conductors, board members, and guests is the Washington Plaza Hotel. Located directly across the street from the Seminar venue, its ideal location and competitive rate makes it the perfect place to stay if you're coming to the Seminar without a choir.
Washington Plaza Hotel
10 Thomas Circle NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 842-1300
(800) 424-1140
[email protected]
For the IMC Seminar rate (for individuals, not choirs), visit this link. The rate is $129 for a queen room, and $159 for a double double. For additional room types, contact the hotel directly.
For those who are bringing their choirs, please contact the Washington Plaza directly for information on rates for your group. Prices in downtown DC will be higher than in near Virginia suburbs like Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Rosslyn. Use your own travel agent or a web-based booking service to find a hotel that meets your needs. We recommend Hotels.com and Booking.com.
Washington Plaza Hotel
10 Thomas Circle NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 842-1300
(800) 424-1140
[email protected]
For the IMC Seminar rate (for individuals, not choirs), visit this link. The rate is $129 for a queen room, and $159 for a double double. For additional room types, contact the hotel directly.
For those who are bringing their choirs, please contact the Washington Plaza directly for information on rates for your group. Prices in downtown DC will be higher than in near Virginia suburbs like Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Rosslyn. Use your own travel agent or a web-based booking service to find a hotel that meets your needs. We recommend Hotels.com and Booking.com.