Facility Overview

The Atlantic Building Garage (formerly known under Impark operations) is a premier underground parking facility situated at 950 F St NW in the historic and bustling Penn Quarter neighborhood of Downtown Washington, DC. Engineered beneath a premier commercial property, this multi-level subterranean facility provides secure, weather-protected parking in the heart of the nation’s capital. Drivers access the facility via a clean, well-marked vehicular ramp located on the left-hand side of 10th Street NW, right between F Street NW and E Street NW.

Vehicle suitability is an important consideration for drivers in downtown DC. The Atlantic Building Garage maintains a maximum vertical clearance height of 6 feet 8 inches (6'8" / 2.03 m). This clearance comfortably accommodates all standard passenger sedans, station wagons, minivans, crossovers, and standard-height SUVs and light-duty pickup trucks. However, full-size lifted trucks, oversized commercial vans, sprinter vans, and vehicles equipped with elevated rooftop luggage boxes or bike racks will exceed the height restriction and should seek nearby open-air surface lots or higher-clearance facilities.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned at the nexus of DC’s primary entertainment and cultural district, this garage offers unbeatable convenience for both daytime professionals and evening visitors:

• Ford's Theatre & Petersen House: Located immediately adjacent to the garage entrance on 10th Street NW (less than a 1-minute walk / under 200 feet), making this the top parking choice for historic tours and theatrical performances.
• Capital One Arena: Situated just three blocks east (approx. 0.2 miles, a brief 4- to 5-minute walk), this facility is an exceptional parking hub for Washington Capitals (NHL) games, Washington Wizards (NBA) games, Georgetown Hoyas basketball, and major arena concerts.
• Smithsonian American Art Museum & National Portrait Gallery: Located just one block away at 8th and F Streets NW (2-minute walk).
• Historic Theatre District: Within easy walking distance to the Warner Theatre (0.2 miles, 4 minutes) and the National Theatre (0.3 miles, 6 minutes).
• The National Mall & Smithsonian Museums: A straightforward 7- to 10-minute stroll south (approx. 0.4 miles) brings visitors directly to the National Archives, the National Gallery of Art, and the National Museum of Natural History.
• Penn Quarter Dining Scene: Steps away from world-class dining destinations, including José Andrés' Jaleo and Zaytinya, Rasika, The Smith, and Carmine’s.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating downtown Washington requires attention to one-way street grids. The garage’s entry portal is located at 545 10th Street NW. Tenth Street is a one-way street traveling southbound. Motorists should approach the area traveling south on 10th Street from G Street NW or H Street NW; after crossing F Street NW, the entrance will appear on your left (east side of the street), clearly marked with overhead and vertical parking signage.

Exiting the facility returns drivers directly onto southbound 10th Street NW, providing immediate access to Constitution Avenue NW, Pennsylvania Avenue NW, and rapid connections toward the 9th Street and 12th Street Express tunnels leading to Interstate 395 and Interstate 695. For regional transit connections, the garage sits within a five-minute walk of two major Washington Metro stations: Metro Center Station (serving the Red, Orange, Silver, and Blue Lines) two blocks west, and Gallery Place-Chinatown Station (serving the Red, Green, and Yellow Lines) three blocks east.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Covered Subterranean Structure: Full protection from rain, snow, and summer heat across multiple underground levels.
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging: Features multiple dedicated EV charging spaces (Flash EV / J1772 connectors) located on Level B2.
• Digital & Contactless Access: Fully integrated with online booking platforms including SpotHero, ParkMobile, and ParkWhiz featuring high-speed optical QR code entry scanners.
• ADA Accessible: Designated handicap parking bays located adjacent to elevator lobbies offering step-free, wheelchair-accessible elevator access to street level.
• Security & Safety: Well-illuminated driving lanes, clear stall striping, 24/7 video surveillance cameras, and regular security patrols.
• Flexible Payment Options: Digital ticketless reservation redemption and on-site automated credit card payment stations (cashless facility).

Ideal For

• Arena & Concert Attendees: Sports fans and concertgoers seeking convenient parking within a 5-minute stroll of Capital One Arena while avoiding post-game gridlock around 7th Street.
• Theatre Patrons: Theatergoers attending shows and educational programs at Ford's Theatre, Warner Theatre, or Shakespeare Theatre Company.
• Downtown Commuters & Business Professionals: Office workers and legal professionals visiting the Atlantic Building, Carroll Square, and nearby federal office complexes.
• Tourists & Museum Visitors: Travelers spending the day exploring the National Portrait Gallery, National Mall monuments, and Smithsonian institutions.
• Weekend Diners: Visitors enjoying Penn Quarter’s vibrant culinary, lounge, and nightlife scene.

Visitor & Driver Tips

• GPS Navigation Tip: For the most direct route, set your GPS specifically to 545 10th St NW, Washington, DC rather than the general building address on F Street, which directs you around the pedestrian-heavy front facade.
• Pre-Book Your Parking: Penn Quarter parking fills quickly during arena events and weekend theater matinees. Reserving in advance via parking apps guarantees your spot and often secures discounted flat rates.
• QR Code Readiness: When arriving with a mobile reservation, increase your phone screen brightness to 100% and hold the barcode roughly 2 to 3 inches away from the scanner with red flashing lights at the gate arm.
• Mind the 6'8" Clearance: Check your vehicle's total height before entry, particularly if carrying rooftop equipment, cargo pods, or sport racks.
• Post-Event Departure: Because 10th Street runs southbound, turning toward Constitution Avenue or Pennsylvania Avenue provides the smoothest route out of the city center after major events.