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Washington Monument National Monument
Operating Hours & Seasons
 

The Washington Monument is open daily from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., with the last tour beginning before 9:45 P.M. The days for scheduled closure are July 4th and December 25th.

Please note the following regulations with regard to visiting the Washington Monument:

No storage facility available

No Animals (except certified guide dogs)

No Suitcases or Large Backpacks

No Guns or Knives

No Strollers

No Food or Drink

No Mace or Aerosol Cans

Please notify a park ranger if you have a medical condition and/or device (e.g. pregnancy, pacemaker, insulin pump, et cetera) that requires special attention at the security screening facility. 

Low water during the summer months  

Did You Know?
The Potomac River changes dramatically throughout the year at Great Falls. The park and falls overlooks are open year round, and each season offers a different experience.

Last Updated: June 01, 2009 at 13:28 EST