Washington Monument National Monument (U.S. National Park Service)

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George Washington

The Washington Monument is the most prominent structure in Washington, D.C. and one of the city's early attractions. It was built in honor of George Washington, who led the country to independence and then became its first President. The Monument is shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, stands 555’ 5 1/8” tall, and offers views in excess of thirty miles. It was finished on December 6, 1884.

Tickets for the Washington Monument may be obtained from the Washington Monument Lodge.

Visiting the Washington Monument

Admission to the Washington Monument is FREE but requires a ticket.

Extended Evening Hours Announced

The National Park Service has announced extended hours for the Washington Monument for Summer 2010. Starting on Monday, May 31, 2010, the Washington Monument will be open until 10:00 p.m.; click here to plan your visit.

Public Scoping Meeting

Washington Monument Visitor Screening Improvement Project, Public Meeting November 8, 2010

Write to

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

Phone

Visitor Information
(202) 426-6841

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.