Park

Lincoln Memorial

2 Lincoln Memorial Circle, NW

Washington, DC

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Type

Park

Lens

Landmarks

About this place

"...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.

Website

Official Website Visitor Info

National Park Service information

Hours

Open 24 hours

Monday: All Day
Tuesday: All Day
Wednesday: All Day
Thursday: All Day
Friday: All Day
Saturday: All Day
Sunday: All Day

The Lincoln Memorial is open to the public daily. Restrooms, museums and elevators close in the evenings.

Fees & Passes

Timed Entry Reservation - Location

You 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.

$1.00

Timed Entry Reservation - Location

Same 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.

$0.00

Directions

From the Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro Station, go south on 23rd St NW until you reach the Lincoln Memorial. From the Smithsonian Metro Station, go along the National Mall past the Washington Monument and the World War II Memorial until you reach the Lincoln Memorial. The Lincoln Memorial is on the opposite side of the National Mall as the U.S. Capitol Building.

Official directions

Weather & Seasonal Notes

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)

Activities

Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingJunior Ranger ProgramShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs

Courtesy of the National Park Service

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About this place

Website

National Park Service information

Hours

Fees & Passes

Directions

Weather & Seasonal Notes

Activities

Nearby (within 25 miles)

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