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Monuments and sites
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
1850 West Basin Drive SW
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial, dedicated to the 32nd president of the United States, is located on the Tidal Basin near the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. It was opened in 1997 and features monuments and quotes to guide visitors through FDR’s era.
Korean War Veterans Memorial
900 Ohio Drive SW
The Korean War Veterans Memorial was opened in 1995 and is located near the Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool. It features statues to represent those who served and has a circular pool where visitors can reflect.
Lincoln Memorial
2 Lincoln Memorial Circle NW
Located at the end of the National Mall and Reflecting Pool, the Lincoln Memorial honors Abraham Lincoln and was opened in 1992. It features a large structure and columns, with a statue of Abraham Lincoln sitting inside.
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
1964 Independence Avenue SW
Located on the Tidal Basin in West Potomac Park near several other monuments is the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. Opened in 2011, it honors Martin Luther King Jr. with a large memorial carved in rock as well as quotes.
National Mall
This well-known area is the long grassy space between the U.S. Capitol and the Lincoln Memorial. Visitors walking along the National Mall can see many monuments, museums, and more.
National World War II Memorial
1750 Independence Avenue SW
This memorial is dedicated to Americans who served in the armed forces and as civilians during World War II. It was opened in 2004 and is located at one end of the Reflecting Pool opposite the Lincoln Memorial. According to the memorial’s website, it is the only 20th century event commemorated on the National Mall’s central axis.
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
16 East Basin Drive SW
Located on the Tidal Basin, this memorial to Thomas Jefferson was first opened in 1943 and features a statue of the 3rd president inside a round monument.
U.S. Capitol
East Capitol Street NE & First Street SE
This building is home to the U.S. Congress. Construction on the Capitol Building was started in 1793. It also features the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
5 Henry Bacon Drive NW
Construction on this monument was started in 1982. It was designed by Maya Lin and honors those who served in the Vietnam War with a wall of more than 58,000 names.
Washington Monument
2 15th Street NW
The monument in the shape of an obelisk on the National Mall was built to commemorate George Washington. Construction was started in 1848, and the monument was dedicated in 1885. The 555-foot marble monument is open to visitors (subject to change).
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
The White House was first opened in 1800 after construction started in 1792. It is the official residence of the president of the United States.
Museums and other sites
Arlington National Cemetery
Located on the Potomac River in Virginia, with easy access by metro, Arlington National Cemetery is an impressive military cemetery that includes the Tomb of the Unknown Solider and the President John F. Kennedy Gravesite. Visitors can first stop by the Welcome Center for information on graves, monuments, and other sites.
Ford’s Theater
511 10th Street NW
This site of the 1865 assassination of President Abraham Lincoln is still a working theater. Visitors can take a trip to the theater for a tour, which also includes the museum onsite.
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
Independence Avenue SW & 7th Street SW
Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (closed on Monday), the Hirschhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden is located next to the National Mall. It features many contemporary art exhibits and a number of rotating exhibits. Outside the museum, visitors can find sculptures in the courtyard area and near the building.
International Spy Museum
700 L’Enfant Plaza SW
Opened in 2002, the International Spy Museum examines the history of espionage. Museum admission is $26.95 for adults.
National Air and Space Museum
600 Independence Avenue SW
Part of the Smithsonian Institution, the National Air and Space Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of aviation and space artifacts. The museum has two locations: one in downtown Washington, D.C., and one near Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia.
National Archives
700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
The National Archives houses some of the most famous documents in American history. Visitors can view documents such as the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights.
National Building Museum
401 F Street NW
Open Friday to Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the National Building Museum focuses on architecture, design, and engineering. It features various exhibitions, including rotating exhibits.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
1400 Constitution Avenue NW
The National Museum of African American History and Culture has been a popular destination since it opened in 2016. It’s devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. Visitors should obtain timed entry passes in advance.
National Museum of American History
1300 Constitution Avenue NW
The National Museum of American History boasts more than 3 million artifacts, as its exhibits feature themes of American history and culture. The museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
National Museum of Natural History
10th Street & Constitution Avenue NW
This popular museum was first opened in 1910 and is part of the Smithsonian Institution. It features exhibits focusing on the ocean, dinosaurs, and more, and it is home to the famous Hope Diamond. The museum is open Friday through Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
National Museum of the American Indian
4th Street SW & Independence Avenue SW
The National Museum of the American Indian stresses its commitment to advancing the knowledge and understanding of the native cultures of the Western Hemisphere. The museum features an expansive collection of native artifacts.
National Portrait Gallery
8th Street & G Street NW
The National Portrait Gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and features collections of portraits, including a collection of presidential portraits.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo
3001 Connecticut Avenue NW
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo offers free admission (entry passes currently required) and the opportunity to view a variety of exhibits including giant pandas, cheetahs, elephants, lions, tigers, orangutans, and more.
Editors’ note: Check the websites of these attractions for the most up-to-date information about open days and hours.
