Tours and Tickets to Experience National World War II Memorial

There are plenty of ways to experience the National World War II Memorial. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• DC Memorials Night Tour; Glass-Roof Convertible Upgrade Available

• DC National Mall Night Tour with 10 Stops, Reserved Entry Tickets

• Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour

• VIP Best of DC with US Capitol + National Archives Reserved Entry

• Night Monuments Tour with 8 Stops and Admission Ticket Upgrades

There is no charge to visit the National World War II Memorial, which is free and open to the public. For a guided excursion that includes a stop here, expect to pay anywhere from around US$50 per person for a hop-on hop-off trolley tour, US$55 for a bike tour, or over US$400 per group for a full-day private tour.

The National World War II Memorial is on the National Mall, located just east of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Its fountain, granite columns, and bronze reliefs pay tribute to the 16 million US Armed Forces members who served during World War II, and the 400,000 who lost their lives.

Spring and fall are the ideal weather windows for visiting Washington DC. The city experiences scorching, famously muggy summers and freezing winters, making sightseeing a drag. In late March and April, you can also catch the cherry blossoms that bloom in the Tidal Basin of East Potomac Park.

Yes, you can visit the National World War II Memorial independently. It’s within easy walking distance to other Washington DC attractions, such as the Washington Monument and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial—both are within a 10-minute walk. But if you’re pressed for time, a guided tour will deliver the highlights more efficiently.

That depends. The National World War II Memorial is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Park rangers are available to answer any questions from visitors from 9:30am until 10pm. A weekday morning is your best bet for avoiding crowds, especially if you plan to take photos.