Metropolitan Park

Metropolitan Park is more than just a workplace. Experience why Met Park is the perfect 18-hour destination for work and play.

Aerial photo of Metropolitan Park in Pentagon City and surrounding buildings, taken at dawn.

Events at Met Park

Discover community events year-round, from two weekly farmer’s markets to MoCA's family-friendly art activities to free concert series. 

Upcoming Things to Do Around Met Park

Dine and Shop Around Met Park

Art in Met Park

Roll up your sleeves with all-ages activities from the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington's Innovation Studio + Store, based in Met Park.

Plus, discover public art installations including the impactful Queen City sculpture by Nekisha Durrett, alongside "Shhh," a flora-inspired collection of glowing 3D mushrooms by Aurora Robson, and eye-catching temporary installations.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What's the address for Metropolitan Park?

    1330 S Fair Street
    Arlington, VA 22202

  • What are the park's operating hours?

    Met Park is open daily from sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

  • Is there parking available at Metropolitan Park?

    Parking garages are located in the Amazon buildings; 525 14th Street South, Arlington, VA 22202 and 510 14th Street South, Arlington, VA 22202. Entrances to the garages are on South Elm Street and 13th Street. Garage parking is free for the first three hours on Saturdays and Sundays, and then regular rates apply. Regular rates are $6 for 1 hour, $11 for 2 hours, and $21 daily rates

    Metered street parking is available on surrounding roads including on S. Elm Street, 15th Street South, and South Eads Street. Metered parking rates are $2.20/hour with max parking timeframes ranging from 2 hours to 4 hours.

  • What are the public transit options?

    Met Park is an approximately a 7-minute walk from Pentagon City Metro, or a 10-minute walk from the Crystal City Metro Station.

    Capital Bikeshare stations within a short walk of Metropolitan Park are also plentiful and limited bike parking is also available in the area. Check out other car-free transportation options here.

  • What's the ride share drop-off address?

    Those taking ride share should use the address 510 14th Street South.

  • Are public restrooms available at Metropolitan Park?

    Yes, public restrooms are available in the southwest quadrant of the park, next to Toby’s Ice Cream and the small and large dog runs. They are open from 7AM to 7PM. 

  • Are dogs welcomed at Met Park?

    Yes. Met Park features two off leash Dog Runs. Dogs must be leashed when visiting any other part of Met Park. Dogs are not allowed in the Children’s Garden. Please be a courteous neighbor, and clean up after your pets.

  • Can I host an event at Met Park?

    Yes! Met Park is an Arlington County public park that is owned and operated by Amazon and can be booked through Arlington County’s Special Events Permitting process. To learn more about this process and submit an application, visit Arlington County’s Special Event’s Page here.

  • Can I get additional assistance when I'm at Met Park?

    Yes! The Met Park Park Ambassadors are always onsite during park hours to help and assist park visitors. If you have questions about the park, need parking directions, would like to know about upcoming events, or looking for a nearby retailer please find one of the Park Ambassadors dressed in yellow and they would be happy to help!

  • What are dining options in and near Met Park?

    There are so many great local eats in Met Park! Explore the retail directory here.

  • What events are happening at Met Park?

    Events happen year-round in Met Park. Explore the events calendar here.