Located in DC.
Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president, the 555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C.
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Open daily · 9:00AM - 5:00PM
From $1.00
Timed Entry Reservation - Park
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Overview: The Washington Monument is closed until Spring 2019. The Washington Monument dominates the United States Capital skyline as a symbolic tribute to George Washington's military leadership, humble statesmanship, and Presidential fortitude and wisdom. Constructed from marbl…
Washington Monument Large Group Tour
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TrailVerse lists 3 reservation types on the Permits tab, including WASHINGTON MONUMENT and Washington Monument Large Group Tour. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.