· Washington, D.C.
Washington Monument
Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president, the 555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C.
Things to do
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Junior Ranger Program
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
Weather & when to go
Washington, DC experiences all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter. Spring (March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees Summer (June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees Fall (September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees Winter (December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)
Entrance fees
Timed Entry Reservation - Park
Advance reservations open 30 days before the tour date. Additional reservations open 24 hours in advance of the tour date. Advance reservations carry a $1 non-refundable processing fee. Free, same-day, walk-up reservations are available at the Washington Monument Lodge starting at 8:45 am. Maximum 6 tickets per customer. Tickets typically sell out. Group tours must reserve in advance at recreation.gov, maximum 55 tickets. Same-day tickets are not available for group tours.
$1.00
Operating hours
Regular Hours
Operating Hours The Washington Monument is open daily except July 3, July 4 and December 25. Regular Hours 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Last tour begins by 4:00 p.m.
FAQ
- How much does it cost to visit Washington Monument?
- Entrance to Washington Monument costs $1.00 (Timed Entry Reservation - Park). The America the Beautiful annual pass ($80) covers entry at every NPS site.
- What are the hours at Washington Monument?
- Operating Hours The Washington Monument is open daily except July 3, July 4 and December 25. Regular Hours 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Last tour begins by 4:00 p.m.
- Do I need a reservation for Washington Monument?
- No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Washington Monument. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.