Major business district and shopping destination in Northern Virginia with two massive malls.

About Tysons Corner

Tysons Corner is the commercial hub of Northern Virginia, home to two massive shopping malls—Tysons Corner Center (one of the largest on the East Coast) and the upscale Tysons Galleria (Neiman Marcus, Gucci, Cartier)—plus a rapidly growing urban core of high-rise offices, hotels, and residential towers.

Once purely suburban, Tysons has transformed since the Silver Line Metro arrived in 2014. Capital One, Booz Allen Hamilton, SAIC, and Freddie Mac have headquarters here. The area's hotels (Ritz-Carlton Tysons, Hyatt Regency) serve both business travelers and shoppers. The restaurants along International Drive and Chain Bridge Road range from upscale steakhouses to diverse international cuisine.

Tysons is the closest major commercial center to Dulles Airport, making it a practical base for travelers who don't need to be in downtown DC. The Silver Line connects Tysons to downtown DC in 30 minutes, offering the best of both convenience and city access.

Nearby Landmarks

Tysons Corner Center Tysons Galleria Capital One HQ Wolf Trap arts center

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $30-40
Time 20-35 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost $20-30
Time 20-35 minutes

Arrivals level

Train (Metro Silver Line)

Cost $4
Time 20-25 minutes
Frequency Every 8-12 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Take the Metro Silver Line toward downtown DC. Exit at Tysons Corner or McLean stations. Both connect to Tysons Galleria and Tysons Corner Center malls.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $30-40 20-35 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare $20-30 20-35 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train $4 20-25 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The Silver Line runs until midnight (1 AM Fri/Sat). After that, taxis and rideshares cost $30-45 from Dulles. Tysons Corner Center closes at 9:30 PM and Tysons Galleria at 8 PM. Hotels and restaurants in the area are accessible by car 24/7.

Luggage Tips

The Silver Line has luggage space. Tysons Corner Metro stations (Tysons Corner and Greensboro) have elevators. The walk from metro stations to hotels and malls is 5-10 minutes on well-maintained sidewalks. Shopping malls have luggage-friendly wide corridors.

Accessibility

The Silver Line is fully ADA accessible. Tysons Corner Center and Tysons Galleria are wheelchair accessible with elevators and accessible parking. Hotels in the area meet ADA requirements. Sidewalks between metro stations and destinations are generally accessible, though some crossings are wide.