Tours and Tickets to Experience Washington Monument
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What are people saying about Washington Monument
Melissa_S, Oct 2025
Great tour!
Great guide. He was kind, attentive to safety and knowledgeable. Despite the rain he made it worthwhile!
Mary_O, Oct 2025
Professional. We saw and...
Professional. We saw and learned much more than if we toured on our own. Nice, clean and comfortable ride. Highly recommend!
Kadee_H, Oct 2025
Sally and Chris need a raise!
It’s worth EVERY Penny! Sally and Chris are fantastic!
Sally knows everything! She was funny, interesting, and cared for our safety!
Angela_H, Aug 2025
Ramin was the best!!!
Our tour guide Ramin was the best ever!!! He was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We are so glad we did the moonlight trolley tour. The bus/open air trolley was very clean and the open. No windows to block our view. We were very comfortable and had a great time! The best part about our tour was Ramin I have to say he made our tour so unforgettable!!!!
Romania_L, Aug 2025
Wonderful tour of...
Wonderful tour of landmarks and memorials around sunset into the night. Our tour guide Rochelle and our driver Chris were fantastic! The bus was clean, comfortable, and temperature cool. A great way to see several sites in a short amount of time.
Vicki_R, Aug 2025
Great Way to See DC
Drivers were very informative. Easy to find conveniently located bus stops. Busses were clean and pleasant. Busses came frequently , never waited more than a few minutes.
Kim_M, Jul 2025
Great experience!
Great experience! Nicholas was very informative and we learned many new things about the buildings and facts about their history. For a family of 5, this was worth the expense. The suv was very clean and he was an excellent driver! I would definitely recommend this personal tour.
Chris_S, Oct 2025
Excellent moonlight tour
Really good information. There are 3 stops, which is FDR and MLK memorials. The Lincoln and Vietnam Memorial. The WWIi memorial with a great view of the Washington Monument across the street. Michael Jordan did a great commentary.
JohnV_B, May 2025
The guides were very...
The guides were very knowledgeable and each were safety conscious. Enjoyed the entire day. We would do it again!
Julie_M, Nov 2025
Take the tour!
Our tour guide, Amanda, was amazing. Calm, professional and knowledgeable. Seeing the MLK jr and Lincoln Memorial up close at night was magical.
Fabiola_E, Nov 2025
They accommodate children...
They accommodate children easily, the whole family enjoyed it. Three hours seems like a lot but it goes by so fast!
Mark_B, Sep 2025
Wonderful tour guide!
Our tour guide Sally and her Driver Chris gave me the most enjoyable evening tour of the Washington monuments! Sally was so knowledgeable and told so many stories about each one, and that’s the reason I like to go on these tours! Chris was always there to greet us after each tour, no wonder he is voted one of the best drivers in the city.
People Also Ask
Is the Washington Monument open for tours?
Yes, the Washington Monument is open for tours. The landmark is open daily from 9am to 5pm, with the last admission at 4:30pm. However, the monument closes every year on Christmas Day and the Fourth of July. It also closes once per month for maintenance.
How hard is it to get Washington Monument tickets?
Same-day tickets to the Washington Monument are available on a first-come, first-served basis from 8:45am every day. Arrive early to guarantee your admission. A limited number of 24-hour advance tickets are available online from 10am the day before admission. Also, 30-day advance reservation tickets are offered online.
How long does it take to tour the Washington Monument?
That depends. Once inside the Washington Monument, it’s a 70-second elevator ride to the top. While there are no time limits on the observation deck, visits typically last between 20 and 30 minutes and include time to admire the views and browse the shop and museum before descending.
How much does it cost to go up in the Washington Monument?
As it is operated by the National Park Service, the Washington Monument is free to visit, with same-day tickets offered on a first-come, first-served basis. However, for those booking advance tickets online, there is a non-refundable $1 service charge per ticket to cover the cost of the reservation service.
Is it worth it to go up the Washington Monument?
Yes, visiting the top of the Washington Monument is worth it. One of the country’s most recognizable landmarks, it has been a highlight of the National Mall since its opening in 1888. At the top, there’s a bird’s eye view of Washington DC.
How early do people line up for Washington Monument tickets?
Wait times at the Washington Monument can vary—and are particularly long during summer and school holidays—but visitors often line up at 8am (or earlier) to guarantee their entry. Same-day tickets are offered on a first-come, first-served basis from the on-site ticket office, which opens at 8:45am.
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