Facility Overview
The St. George Garage is a central multi-story parking structure situated in the heart of the bustling National Harbor waterfront district in Oxon Hill, Maryland. Located at 251 Mariner Passage, this modern parking facility offers multi-level covered parking, shielding vehicles from seasonal weather conditions. Designed with spacious ramps, well-demarcated driving lanes, and clear signage throughout, the garage comfortably accommodates standard passenger sedans, compact cars, crossovers, and standard SUVs. Drivers of oversized pickup trucks or commercial high-roof conversion vans should pay close attention to the standard garage clearance threshold (approximately 6 feet 8 inches to 7 feet) posted at the entry portals, as higher-clearance vehicles may need to utilize open-air surface parking options nearby.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Perfectly situated within the Downtown Waterfront sector of National Harbor, St. George Garage places visitors directly into the lively shopping, dining, and entertainment corridors. Key destinations within immediate walking distance include:
- The Capital Wheel & Waterfront Promenade: A pleasant 3- to 5-minute stroll directly down toward the Potomac River pier, offering sweeping river views, carousel rides, and waterfront dining.
- Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center: Located just a 5- to 7-minute walk south, making this garage a fantastic secondary or overflow option during major conventions and trade expos.
- Waterfront Dining & Entertainment: Steps from renowned dining spots and entertainment venues such as Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Bar, Rosa Mexicano, Redstone American Grill, Succotash, and McCormick & Schmick’s.
- Water Taxi Pier: Quick walking access to the riverboat and water taxi departures connecting National Harbor to Old Town Alexandria, The Wharf DC, and Mount Vernon.
- MGM National Harbor: Just a 5-minute rideshare, drive, or circulator bus ride up the hill for gaming, live concerts at The Theater, and upscale dining.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The garage features convenient vehicle access points via Mariner Passage and nearby Waterfront Street, with clean integration into the National Harbor street grid. It is strategically positioned near major highway arteries, offering seamless connections to Interstate 495/I-95 (the Capital Beltway), Interstate 295, and Route 210 (Indian Head Highway), allowing swift travel to Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Southern Maryland. The garage is served locally by the National Harbor Circulator shuttle and multiple regional WMATA and TheBus routes connecting to Southern Avenue and Branch Avenue Metro stations.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Covered Multi-Deck Structure: Full protection against rain, summer heat, and winter precipitation.
- Automated Payment Stations: Easy pay-on-foot automated kiosks accepting credit cards, debit cards, and contactless mobile pay options.
- Elevator & Stairwell Access: Multiple elevator banks and stairwells ensuring step-free, barrier-free mobility to ground level.
- ADA Accessible Parking: Designated accessible parking spaces located conveniently close to elevator vestibules on each level.
- Bright Lighting & Security: High-efficiency interior illumination, security monitoring, and regular on-site staff patrols.
- Electronic Space Tracking: Digital signage indicating garage status and floor availability during peak traffic periods.
Ideal For
- Convention Attendees & Business Travelers: Visiting conferences and events at the Gaylord National Resort seeking an easy-in, easy-out parking alternative.
- Day Tourists & Weekend Visitors: Exploring the scenic Potomac waterfront, riding The Capital Wheel, or boarding regional water ferries.
- Evening Diners & Nightlife Enthusiasts: Enjoying premier waterfront steakhouses, lounges, and live music venues.
- Event & Holiday Visitors: Attending seasonal waterfront festivals, summer concert series, and winter holiday spectacles.
Visitor & Driver Tips
- Save Your Ticket or Pay via Mobile: Keep your entry ticket in a safe place or utilize the pay-by-phone QR code system upon return to expedite exit gate processing.
- Peak Arrival Hours: Weekend afternoons and festival evenings experience heavier inbound traffic along Mariner Passage and Fleet Street; plan to arrive 30 minutes early to secure preferred lower-level parking.
- Remember Your Level: Snap a quick photo of your parking column number and level indicator, as multi-level layouts can be deceptively uniform when returning late at night.
- Explore Alternate Exits: During major event egress, follow staff directions toward secondary exits to bypass congested waterfront choke points and quickly join the I-495 Beltway connector ramps.