Gallery Place Neighborhood Living

What Surrounds Our Gallery Place Apartments in Penn Quarter?

Positioned in the heart of the city, Meridian Gallery Place apartments in Penn Quarter provide an exceptional foundation for career advancement, dining, and phenomenal entertainment. Located steps from the Gallery Place–Chinatown Metro Station, the entire district is easily accessible, making commuting or a night out completely effortless.

Our central location places you near major corporate employment hubs, including Booz Allen Hamilton and Lockheed Martin, with proximity to Georgetown Law and Capitol Hill. Beyond work, the neighborhood has immediate access to world-class retail, putting upscale shopping at CityCenterDC right at your fingertips.

When it is time to unwind, explore the countless dining options right outside your door, or catch an event at the nearby Capital One Arena. For a cultural escape or scenic weekend stroll, The National Mall features iconic monuments, world-class museums, and beautiful green spaces just blocks away.

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    Capital One Arena

    Activities – Inside and Out

    The neighborhood surrounding Meridian at Gallery Place is the definitive hub for D.C.'s entertainment and culture. You are literally steps away from the Gallery Place–Chinatown Metro Station and adjacent to the Capital One Arena, home to the Washington Capitals and Wizards, ensuring you can easily attend major sporting events and concerts. For culture, you can walk to the National Portrait Gallery and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Entertainment options are plentiful, from catching a show at the historic Ford's Theatre or Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company to shooting pool at Rocket Bar or bowling a few frames at Lucky Strike. The community itself features a rooftop swimming pool, sun decks with firepits, and an updated 24-hour fitness center.
    RPM Italian

    Food for Thought

    Meridian at Gallery Place offers residents an incredible concentration of world-class dining, including restaurants run by celebrity chefs. The area is home to multiple acclaimed José Andrés restaurants, including the popular Spanish tapas bar Jaleo, the Mexican spot Oyamel, and the Greek-Turkish restaurant Zaytinya. For pre- or post-game dining, Clyde's of Gallery Place is a local favorite serving an eclectic American menu. The neighborhood offers diversity, from fine Italian dining at RPM Italian to unique concepts like CRANES, which features a Japanese-Spanish culinary mashup. There are also numerous bars and pubs like Iron Horse Tap Room and Jackpot, which offer lively atmosphere and great happy hours.
    Gallery Place- Chinatown Metro Station

    Neighborhood Highlights

    The prime positioning of Meridian at Gallery Place is unmatched in D.C. Living here means being able to walk to the National Mall, the National Archives, and the U.S. Capitol. The neighborhood is a masterfully connected hub, sitting directly on the Gallery Place–Chinatown Metro Station (Red, Yellow, and Green lines), making all parts of the city accessible. The adjacent Chinatown Arch marks this culturally rich and historically significant area, which is a major draw for tourism, nightlife, and commerce. This central location ensures you are at the absolute center of D.C.'s business, political, and entertainment districts.
    Safeway grocery store

    Shop Out | Eat In

    Daily errands are simplified by the incredible accessibility of grocery stores and retailers. Residents enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to a 24-hour Safeway grocery store. Other nearby options include multiple Giant Food locations, and the FRESHFARM CityCenter farmer's market (seasonal). For high-end retail, CityCenterDC is a short walk away, featuring luxury boutiques like Chanel, Dior, and Gucci. Whether you are shopping for designer apparel or simply stocking your kitchen, the neighborhood ensures a premier "shop out" experience that makes staying in to "eat in" equally appealing.
    360 H Street

    View our Other Nearby Communities

    In addition to this community, be sure to check out our sister properties, Meridian at Mt Vernon Triangle, 360H Street, Meridian on First, or Park Triangle for more great apartment options.
    While premier transit access places exceptional dining and recreation right outside your door, the vibrant community inside Meridian at Gallery Place is what truly sets us apart. Getting to know your neighbors is effortless with Cobu, an exclusive community-building app that allows residents to chat, join interest groups like book clubs or dog dates, and access exclusive local discounts. 

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Meridian at Gallery Place is located at 450 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20001.