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Washington Monument Closed
The Washington Monument is closed for repairs due to an earthquake on August 23, 2011. More »
Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit! Click "View Park Map" on the left side of the screen. NPS Welcome! At the heart of our nation's capital, the National Mall and Memorial Parks is home to iconic structures and rich history. Plan your visit to make the most of your time in this exciting public space. Getting Here Directions: The National Mall and Memorial Parks are located in Washington, D.C. Washington is served by Dulles and Reagan airports, Amtrak, and many highways. Get the details on Directions. Hours: Open 24 hours a day. Fees: There is no fee to visit any part of the National Mall and Memorial Parks. Free tickets are required to visit the Washington Monument.
The Washington Monument NPS Things to Do Whether you want to enjoy the sights, exercise outdoors, or expand your mind, our park has something for you! See Things to Do or visit the Schedule of Events to join in a free ranger program. Visit the Iconic Memorials and Monuments:
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Did You Know?
Frank Gaylord's 19 stainless steel statues at the Korean War Veterans Memorial are each seven feet tall, and depict Army, Marines, Air Force, and Navy servicemen.