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Frequently Asked Questions
 

What is the cost for visiting?

There is no cost associated with visiting any of the monuments, memorials, or sites within National Mall and Memorial Parks.

How many people visit the park?

While the overall number of visitors per site varies, the park receives approximately 24 million visitors from around the world each year.

How do I get around?

The park suggests that the visiting public make use of the Metro rail/bus system within Washington, D.C., as parking is at a premium throughout the city.

Photo canal boat exiting lock 20.  

Did You Know?
Most freight boats on the C&O Canal were approximately 95 feet long and 14.5 feet wide while most locks were 100 feet long and 15 feet wide. This left boat captains little margin for error as they steered their boats into the locks, trying to avoid the $5.00 fine for damaging lock masonry.

Last Updated: November 21, 2008 at 16:49 EST