Location - RTC Summit 2026

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Operates daily between 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM, every 30 minutes (on the hour and half hour).

No reservation needed.

Hotels Served:

Renaissance Arlington Capital View
Residence Inn Arlington Capital View
Courtyard Crystal City

Look for:

A large white or gray shuttle with logos for all three hotels on the side windows and above the front cab.

Route Timing:

Renaissance: ~5 & 35 minutes past the hour
Residence Inn: ~10 & 40 minutes past the hour

Pick-Up/Drop-Off Locations:

Drop-off: Upper level (Departures)
Pick-up: Lower level (Arrivals)
Terminal A
Terminal B

Note: This shuttle does not service BWI or Dulles (IAD).

Downtown Washington D.C.

5.6 MI / 9.0 KM away from the Renaissance Arlington (Transit Directions)

Downtown D.C. has something for everyone. This walkable neighborhood has plenty of options for dining, shopping and nightlife. The adjacent Penn Quarter is a popular spot among locals for a bite or a drink.

National Museum of African American History and Culture

4.1 MI / 6.6 KM away from the Renaissance Arlington (Transit Directions)

Immerse yourself in the richness of African American culture and its influence on America. Museum holdings range from historical artifacts to contemporary artwork, and regular tours delve more deeply into individual collections.

National Portrait Gallery

5.5 MI / 8.9 KM from the Renaissance Arlington (Transit Directions)

This gallery introduces visitors to those who have shaped America, from poets and presidents, to actors and activists. With a collection that spans from precolonial times to present, highlights include the America’s Presidents exhibit and the elegant Kogod Courtyard.

Smithsonian Museum of Natural History 4.9 MI / 7.9 KM away from the Renaissance Arlington (Transit Directions)

This famed museum houses the largest natural history collection in the world and the David H. Koch Hall of Fossils. See everything from an 80-foot dinosaur skeleton and a life-size model of a blue whale to the 45.5 carat Hope Diamond.

Washington Monument

4.5 MI / 7.2 KM away from the Renaissance Arlington (Transit Directions)

Situated in the heart of the National Mall, this stone obelisk rises more than 550 feet above the city and honors our first president. From the observation deck, you can see all of D.C. and miles into Maryland and Virginia.

The RTC Summit includes a Wednesday reception; Thursday breakfast, lunch, reception, and dinner; and Friday breakfast and lunch. The Arlington, VA/D.C. area is home to a variety of high-quality dining options from around the world, several within walking distance of the Renaissance Arlington.

We recommend a number of dining options below for those staying in the Arlington, VA area for dinner or other meals beyond the Summit.

Dining Recommendations
Nearby: You’ll find a diverse set of dining options a short walk from the Renaissance Arlington Capital View.

Bob & Edith's Diner (Breakfast) 0.6 MI from hotel
Enjera Restaurant (Ethiopian) 0.6 MI from hotel
Highline RxR (Pub Fare) 0.6 MI from hotel
La Posada Crystal City (Mexican and Latin) 0.4 MI from hotel
McCormick & Schmick's - Crystal City (Seafood and Steak) 0.6 MI from hotel
Ruth's Chris Steak House (Steakhouse) 0.5 MI from hotel
Social All Day (All Day Brunch and Cafe) 0.4 MI from hotel
Surreal Global Kitchen (Fusion) 0.5 MI from hotel
The Portofino Restaurant (Italian) 0.5 MI from hotel
Urban Thai Restaurant (Thai) 0.6 MI from hotel
We, The Pizza (Pizza) 0.5 MI from hotel