Navigating Georgetown University: A Comprehensive Guide to the Campus

Georgetown University, a prestigious institution steeped in history and academic excellence, presents a vibrant campus environment. This guide provides essential information for navigating the grounds, covering transportation, parking, internet access, printing services, dining options, and safety resources.

Transportation to Georgetown University

Reaching Georgetown University is easiest via public transportation, due to limited parking availability.

Georgetown University Transportation Shuttles (GUTS)

The Georgetown University Transportation Shuttles (GUTS) provide a free service between the campus (outside the Leavey Center) and various destinations on weekdays (Monday-Friday). Visitors are required to present identification, such as a driver's license or passport, to board the shuttle.

GUTS Destinations:

Rosslyn Station: The GUTS stop is located at 19th and Moore Streets.
Dupont Circle: The GUTS stop is located at 20th Street and Massachusetts Avenue.
Wisconsin Avenue: Nos. 2115 and 2233.

During peak commuting hours, shuttles operate every 5-10 minutes, while at other times, they run every 20 minutes.

Parking at Georgetown University

Parking near the Georgetown campus can be challenging, especially during weekdays.

Street Parking

Street parking around the campus is severely restricted and strictly enforced by the DC police. Most streets require a DC residential permit for parking longer than two hours.

On-Campus Parking

Visitor parking spaces are available in the Georgetown Southwest Garage for a flat rate of $12 per day. To access the garage, turn left onto Canal Road from M Street (heading west), then take the garage entrance on the right-hand side, halfway up the hill.

Internet Access on Campus

Georgetown University provides several options for internet access:

Intercultural Center (ICC): Publicly accessible Macs are located in the hallway on the first and second floors.
Leavey Center: Macs are available in the Sellinger Lounge, located outside the Uncommon Grounds coffee shop.
Lauinger Library: Internet facilities are available on the first floor (Gelardin New Media Center) and the third floor (lobby).

Presentation of identification may be required to access these facilities.

Printing and Copying Services

Several options are available for printing and copying, both on and off campus:

Lauinger Library: Self-service copy machines and printers are available, along with a Copy Services Center on the second floor.
Fedex Kinko's: Located at 3329 M Street (between 33rd and 34th Street), this store offers printing and copying services.

Dining Options

Georgetown University and its surrounding neighborhood offer diverse dining options:

On Campus: Refer to the "Food" list on the Georgetown University website for a comprehensive list of dining locations, noting that some places may not be open on weekends or for dinner.
Off Campus: Georgetown is a prominent dining destination in DC. A short walk down M Street, Prospect Street, or Wisconsin Avenue will lead you to a variety of restaurants offering a wide range of cuisines. Wisemiller’s, located on 36th Street (one block from the Georgetown University main gate), offers bagels, hot and cold sandwiches, coffee, snacks, and small groceries.