Open 24 hours
From Free
Timed Entry Reservation - Location
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"...as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th president of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of unity, strength, and wisdom.
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Lincoln Memorial. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official Lincoln Memorial page on nps.gov
Washington, DC experiences all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter.
(March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees
(June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees
(September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees
(December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)
Timed Entry Reservation - Location
$1.00You need a ticket to visit the lower level Lincoln Memorial museum and undercroft. You may reserve tickets up to 30 days in advance via recreation.gov. New advance tickets available at 11 a.m. daily. Maximum 6 tickets per person.
Timed Entry Reservation - Location
FreeSame day tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. There is no fee for same day tickets. Persons age 16+ may get up to 6 tickets.
Open 24 hours
The Lincoln Memorial is open to the public daily. Restrooms, museums and elevators close in the evenings.
Common questions
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 3 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Lincoln Memorial Undercroft and Lincoln Undercroft Large Group Tour. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
