National Defense University
Fort Lesley J. McNair
Washington D.C.

The National Defense University is located on the grounds of historical Fort Lesley J. McNair in Southwest Washington, D.C., between the Anacostia River and the Washington Channel and near the Waterfront Marina, Arena Stage, and Waterside Mall (currently under construction).

The Main Gate is open 0600-1700, Monday through Friday, closed on Federal Holidays. The Visitors Gate (2d Street) is open 24 hours. The Pedestrian Gate near the Coast Guard Headquarters Building and at the end of 2d Street is open Monday through Friday, 0600-1800, closed on Federal Holidays. Photo identification is required at all gates. Pedestrians can access Fort McNair through the main gate with proper photo identification.