NPS Learn more about the history of the memorial. LocationThe US Marine Corps War Memorial is in Arlington, Virginia next to the Netherlands Carillon and Arlington National Cemetery.Hours and SeasonsThe memorial grounds are open year-round from 6 am until midnight.DirectionsThe memorial does not have a street address, but most navigation apps can provide directions. By CarFrom VA 110 south, turn right onto Marshall Drive, then follow signs for the US Marine Corps War Memorial.From US 50 east, take the exit for Rosslyn and the Key Bridge. Turn right onto Meade Street at the top of the ramp. Turn left on Marshall Drive, then follow the signs for the US Marine Corps War Memorial. From US 50 west, cross into Virginia on the Roosevelt Bridge and take the exit for Rosslyn and the Key Bridge. Turn left onto Meade Street at the top of the ramp. Turn left on Marshall Drive, then follow the signs for the US Marine Corps War Memorial. By MetroThe memorial is 0.6 mile walk from the Rosslyn Metro Station (blue/orange/silver lines) or a 0.8 mile walk from the Arlington National Cemetery Metro Station (blue line).ParkingBuses should load and unload in the inner lane around the memorial.The parking area is along the rear of the memorial’s circular access drive. Parking is free but limited to one hour.
NPS / Laurel Brodsky RestroomsThere is a comfort station with restrooms between the US Marine Corps War Memorial and the Netherlands Carillon. There are men’s and women’s restrooms and one single-user restroom. All restrooms are accessible and have infant/child changing tables.Restroom Hours and Seasons
Drinking FountainThere is a drinking fountain outside the comfort station with spouts at two heights and a water bottle filler.
NPS Things to DoFrom the memorial, you have a panoramic view of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Capitol Building.During the summer, the US Marine Corps holds Sunset Parades at the memorial on select Tuesdays. The Sunset Parades are a one-hour performance, featuring the music of "The Commandant's Own", the United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and precision drill by the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon. Nearby attractions include the Netherlands Carillon and Arlington House, the Robert E. Lee Memorial. 
NPS AccessibilityViewing the MemorialPaved pathways connect the parking area, bus drop-off area, the memorial plaza, and nearby restrooms. An asphalt path with interpretive signs circles the plaza. Visitors can reach the plaza using either ramps or stairs. Audio DescriptionInterpretive signs surround the memorial. The signs have solar-powered speakers. Touch the silver button to hear an audio description of the sign and the surrounding area.Braille and Hands-On ExperiencesSeveral signs include braille. Some also have raised features you can touch, such as a tactile map, a small model of the statue, and a raised illustration of the sculptor’s work.Service AnimalsService animals are welcome at the memorial. They are legally permitted anywhere that visitors can go. Service animals are individually trained to perform a specific task that assists a person with a disability. See the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) definition of a service animal.Rules and Regulations
Questions?Please contact us for additional information or for help planning your visit.
Voice: 703-289-2500
Learn More About the Memorial
|
 |
Official websites use .gov
A
.gov website belongs to an official government
organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A
lock (
) or https:// means you've safely connected to
the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official,
secure websites.
