Old Post Office Tower (U.S. National Park Service)

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Introduction

The Old Post Office Tower soars to 315 feet, making it third in height among the buildings of the Nation’s Capital. The 270-foot observation level allows visitors an awe-inspiring view of the city and the area. Here also are the century old tower clock and the Bells of Congress. The latter were a Bicentennial gift from the Ditchley Foundation in England.

Link to Plan your Visit

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At left, image of the Old Post Office Tower under construction in the 1890s.

Write to

National Mall and Memorial Parks
900 Ohio Drive, SW
Washington, DC 20024

Phone

Visitor Information
(202) 606-8694

Park Headquarters
(202) 485-9880

Climate

Washington has a temperate climate typical of the Mid-Atlantic U.S., with four distinct seasons. Summer tends to be very hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild. Winter can bring cold temperatures, frozen precipitation and, on occasions, major snowstorms.