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- Jo KresgeMarch 13, 2014This is one of my fav places in DC. The sandwich shop makes excellent cheese steaks, great food court, shopping, then take the elevator up to the clock tower for a beautiful view of the historic sites
- Dizzie TotFebruary 1, 2014go to the very top of the tower and see an amazing view of DC! theres a guide there to answer any of your questions regarding history and locations. Love the view!!!
- The TelegraphMarch 12, 20139am: Start the day with a trip to Old Post Office Pavilion’s 315-ft Clock Tower for an unparalleled 360-degree look at DC and its famous sites, including the Washington Monument and Capitol Building.
- The Bozzuto GroupAugust 7, 2012Shop around or grab a bite to eat, then take the elevator up the Clock Tower to see a bird's eye view of DC for free!
- Washington PostDecember 20, 2014Jose Andres says he’s inked a deal with the Trump Organization to open a signature restaurant in the future Trump International Hotel, Washington, DC. Read more
- Military Discounts CentralFebruary 22, 2012The Tower Clock tour (free) offers the better views of DC than the Washington Monument but with less lines and wait times. Check it out
- Bobby MApril 19, 2011Only structure taller than capital building. Its actually a national park! Take the free elevator up to the top and brethe in some history. Great place to eat a sack lunch on a lunch break. Must see.
- Maggie MacGJune 30, 2018This place used to be cool and then Trump bought it and broke it, like everything else he touches.
- Examiner.comJune 6, 2011Don't miss the Clock Tower Tour, this amazing tour offers guests a sweeping 360 degree view of our nation’s capital, while also highlighting its famous landmarks. And the best thing, it’s free! Read more
- Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 2, 2011Enjoy ice cream cones as you browse souvenir stalls! Don't forget to ride the glass elevator to the top of the clock tower for views of the surrounding area. -- Green Guide Editor
- Ujji BDecember 22, 2010Best Indian Food on the go, been eating here for years & the Samosas are great! They usually have summer concerts/live musical artist but it is a touris site.
- Mike MierendorfJuly 6, 2011Check out the tower for a free 360 degree view of DC. FYI - they close the tower during thunderstorms!
- Raven S.April 29, 2012Cool place for decent eats in a hurry...beware the camera lady upfront...arhcitecture is awesome...loved the belt buckle stand! HTTR BAYBEE
- Lauren BaconMarch 24, 2014Will be closed for the next few years to renovate to a hotel- observation deck will be closed but will reopen when hotel opens for visitors!
- Susie EastonDecember 14, 2013The shopping and dining is run down. They're closing and renovating soon. Only thing worth doing now is taking the elevator to the top!
- H IJanuary 3, 2013Take the elevator to the top of the 315 ft clock tower for a 360 degree view of downtown DC
- Ryan UnderwoodJanuary 22, 2011TeamTRI Tip: one of the top views of DC from the tower. Take your camera and enjoy!
- Rent bikes or take a tour with Bike and Roll (in the back of the building)!
- Come during the winter its usually less people to fight for seats with
- MuseumNerdMarch 21, 2010The free self-guided tour of the Clock Tower is a great alternative to waiting hours to go up the Washington Monument.
- Rachel CannonSeptember 28, 2010Kind of a tourist trap, but the bagel place is the best joint around for cheap bagel sandwiches. Also a fan of the uttapam at the Indian place.
- Brent CottrellJuly 31, 2011The pavillion food court feels like time forgot it and it is 100 degrees. Tower is great though
- Lisa CuestaNovember 21, 2010Great view of the district on the 12th floor - expensive food court and souvenir shops downstairs
- DC Preservation LeagueAugust 12, 2011Built in 1891-99, using the design of architect Willoughby J Edbrooke.
- Kyle Van SonJanuary 22, 2012"Dining" is a bit of a stretch, banner out front. Just a mall in some interesting architecture.
- Emma KellySeptember 16, 2011The metal detector and security is annoying and unnecessary. The food court (except for Ben and Jerry's) is lackluster.
- Have to go between 12-1pm during the week to hear live performances from local artist/ musicians.
- Great place for lunch if you are working at IRS or EPA
- City Electronic should be called City Electronic Rip-Off. Cheap quality merchandise; often breaks w/in the first hour after leaving the store. If you want to throw your money away, just give it to me.
- Brad BucyMarch 13, 2014The people who work here are ass hats and should be fired. Specially the security guys at door. Dicks.
- Brad LSeptember 27, 2013Not many food options. Don't waste time going through security unless you want to go up in the tower.