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spa A place of remembrance. Please visit with respect.

The National Mall is a significant area in Washington, D.C., stretching from the U.S. Capitol to the Potomac River. It features over 100 monuments and memorials, making it a central point for civic engagement and reflection on American history.

In pictures

Aerial View of the Washington Monument and sites north NPS Photo · Public domain
Aerial View of the Washington Monument and sites north

Things to do

Multi-Park Loop
Winter/Spring

Park your car and stretch your legs! Visit four different National Parks in Washington, DC and begin logging m...
Orange Line - DC Metro
1-2 Days · Winter/Spring

Discover lotus and lily flowers at Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens, or explore the many memorials just a sho...
Green Line - DC Metro
1-2 Days · Winter/Spring

History, culture and nature come together to provide a variety of parks for visitors utilizing the Green Line....
Yellow Line - DC Metro
1-2 Days · Winter/Spring

Explore Washington, DC from top to bottom on the Yellow Line. Each of the parks listed here are 1 mile or less...
Golf in DC's National Parks
Spring/Summer

Visit one of three golf courses at National Parks in Washington, DC
Visit National Mall and Memorial Parks
1-7 Days · Winter/Spring

Each year, millions of people visit the National Mall and Memorial Parks to recreate, to commemorate president...
Walk Around the Tidal Basin
1-3 Hours · Winter/Spring

The Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Washington Monument are easily visible...
Reflect at the Vietnam Women’s Memorial
1-2 Hours · Winter/Spring

The Vietnam Women’s Memorial is located on the National Mall, just north of the Reflecting Pool. The memorial...
Reflect at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
30-90 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Visit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial to take in the Tidal Basin and contemplate quotes from King's lifel...
Tour Indigenous D.C.
Winter/Spring

Our nation's capital is full of American Indian heritage - if you know where to look. Use your mobile device t...

Practical

At a glance

Opened
1791
Open
Daily open 24 hours
Price
Free admission
Accessibility
The park is accessible to all visitors.
Address
1100 Ohio Drive SW, Washington, DC 20242
Opening hours
Daily open 24 hours
Phone
202-426-6841
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

The National Mall is open 24 hours a day, making it accessible for early morning or late evening visits.
Ranger-led tours and special events are available, enhancing the experience.
The Cherry Blossom Festival occurs each spring, attracting many visitors.
Maps and directional signs are provided to help navigate the expansive area.
The park is home to notable sites like the Lincoln Memorial and the Martin Luther King, Jr.
Memorial.
Be prepared for crowds, especially during peak tourist seasons.
Public transportation is recommended for easier access.

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  • NPS Photo · Public domain (US federal work) · NPS