3-6 Hours at Washington Dulles Airport
Maeve Power
Have you got 3-6 hours to spare at Washington Dulles Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Go For A Swim
Hilton Washington Dulles AirportDon’t let travel disrupt your fitness routine. Make your time more enjoyable by spending it swimming or relaxing by the pool at the Hilton Washington Dulles Airport. The hotel features a year-round heated indoor pool and whirlpool tub. There is also a seasonal outdoor pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas for shade.The Hilton Washington Dulles Airport leisure facilities are only available to hotel guests and Sanctifly premium members. You can find and book a gym experience at the hotel over on the ‘Facilities’ tab.Located 4.7 miles from the airport. There is a complimentary airport shuttle available from 04:00 to 01:00 to take you to and from Washington Dulles International Airport.Run/Walk In The Park
Horsepen Run Stream Valley ParkGet out of the airport and spend your layover out in the fresh air with a trip to Horsepen Run Stream Valley Park. The park surrounds a stream or creek that runs through the park. You can follow along the 1.5 miles of paved trail run hat runs beside the creek and through the park. Go for an invigorating run surrounded by nature or go for a leisurely stroll and enjoy the calming sounds and beautiful scenery of Horsepen Run Stream Valley Park. Getting out of the airport, away from the chaos and noise is great for your physical and mental health. If you do take the opportunity to go for a run, head back to the Air France KLM Lounge for a shower so you can continue on your journey feeling fresh.Unfortunately, there are no luggage storage facilities at Washington Dulles Airport so you will need to check your carry on or bring it with you.Located 5.4 miles from the airport. The quickest and easiest way to get there is by taxi. Alternatively, take the 5A bus to Herndon-Monroe Park and then the 929 bus from Herndon-Monroe P&R to Centreville Rd and Clear Lake Ct. This will leave you approx. 13 minutes’ walk from the entrance to the park.Visit the National Air & Space Museum
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy CenterDiscover the wonder of air and space travel with a trip to the National Air & Space Museum. Two large hangars display thousands of aviation and space artefacts. Digital guides are available to rent at the museum. Get out of the airport and spend an afternoon exploring and learning about air and space travel. The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center is part of the National Air & Space Museum along with the Museum on the National Mall in Washington, DC. Open daily from 10:00 – 17:00. Admission is free.Located 5.2 miles from the airport. The quickest and easiest way to get there is by catching the Dulles 2 Dulles Connector to the National Air and Space Museum. You can catch the bus from the Dulles Airport Main Terminal.Luggage Storage
As with most airport in the US, there are no luggage storage facilities available at Washington Dulles Airport. If you have layover at IAD and want to store your luggage try these options:- Ask at the airport information desk for recommendations on nearby luggage storage facilities.
- If you are heading downtown, check for luggage storage lockers at bus and train terminals.
- Use Google to find a luggage storage service. There are lots of apps and websites that offer luggage storage options on large cities across the US.