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Washington Monument

InformationDec 14, 2025

Washington Monument is closed for maintenance one day each month

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Washington Monument at Dusk

The Monument stands against the backdrop of night

Photo: NPS Photo

About

Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president, the 555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C.

Activities

Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingJunior Ranger ProgramShoppingBookstore and Park Store

Directions

GPS Coordinates: 38.889463, -77.035237 Address: 2 15th St. NW Washington, D.C. Nearest Intersection: 15th St. & Madison Dr. NW

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Weather

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)

News

Jan 6, 2026

Interpretive Transportation Services Concessioner Selected for National Mall and Memorial Parks

The National Park Service has selected City Sightseeing Washington DC, Inc., dba Big Bus Tours, to provide interpretive transportation services at National Mall and Memorial Parks for the next ten years.

Entrance Fees

Timed Entry Reservation - Park$1.00