National Harbor Maryland Map

About National Harbor, Maryland

National Harbor is a locality in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,454. The population density is 1338.9 people per km². National Harbor is located at 38.7876°N, 77.0113°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20745.

National Harbor rises from the Potomac River's edge, a modern beacon against the Maryland sky. It lies 2.3 miles east-south-east of Alexandria, VA (from Alexandria, VA: bearing 122°T), and is situated 7.5 miles south of Washington. Its broad, paved promenades invite leisurely strolls, lined with buildings that gleam with glass and steel, their facades reflecting the sun like polished stones. The air here carries a faint, briny tang, a whisper of the river's vastness, and the gentle incline of the land offers panoramic views of the water, its surface a shifting canvas of blues and grays. Towering above it all, the Capital Wheel spins with a slow, deliberate grace, its gondolas like luminous jewels against the deepening twilight, a silent testament to the human desire to reach for the sky. This developed waterfront community, born of a vision for revitalized commerce and entertainment, has quickly become a hub for a diverse range of enterprises. The local economy thrives on the steady influx of visitors drawn to its array of shops, restaurants, and hotels, a vibrant ecosystem fueled by tourism and convention business. History here is less about ancient ruins and more about the swift narrative of contemporary development, a deliberate creation designed to capture the spirit of modern leisure and business. The proximity to Washington D.C. imbues National Harbor with a sense of national purpose, even as its own distinct character, shaped by the river's constant flow and the hum of activity, solidifies its identity.

About This National Harbor Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of National Harbor, Maryland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on National Harbor and Prince George's County.

Detailed location data for National Harbor includes the ZIP code (20745), telephone area code (301, 240), county seat of Prince George's County (Upper Marlboro), and school district assignment (Prince George's County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct National Harbor is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.