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BrittanyCampbell, Mar 2026
Good night tour
Tour was good, the bus was nice and clean and had windows which made it difficult to take pictures at night. Great stops and Sam the tour guide was full of great information, only tip would be to wait for everyone to get off the bus before speaking about the stop so we can hear all the history. The driver was safe and helped with big steps and was very courteous.
Lauren_R, Mar 2026
Great way to see DC
Tyrone was a great guide! Funny, knowledgeable and very welcoming. Bus was very new and clean. Great photo taking skills too!
Paul_Q, Mar 2026
We really enjoyed the...
We really enjoyed the nighttime tour of Washington Monuments.
It was informative and involved all the major monuments and buildings around town. Our guide, Peter, was excellent.
We thought 2 hours was the perfect amount of time for this tour.
Valerie_S, Feb 2026
First time at Washington DC🇺🇸
Nice, everything is close. Very COLD outside. Tour guide was informative. Hotel was nice. Glad to see the restoration of the monuments and clean up of the park areas for the 250th celebration.
Whitney_K, Dec 2025
From the moment my...
From the moment my partner and I walked in, the service was outstanding. We were greeted warmly and all staff were so amazing, patient, kind and understandable. Through my partner and I didn’t get to experience the food it seems like the food would have been amazing as well. Though the bathrooms are very small, it was clean as of the rest of the room.
Patrick_T, Dec 2025
Great way to see the sites
Had 8 in our party. Booked sprinter van to tour DC. Clean and plenty of room. Driver was very knowledgeable about sites. Worked with him before starting the tour to customize to allow time to see the Changing of the Guard while at Arlington. It takes a good bit of the tour time, but worth it. We had been to some of the locations already, so it worked out not seeing them again to allow the extra time.
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!
Daniel_P, Mar 2026
Unique Views and Experience!
We absolutely loved this night time tour, which offered unique and beautiful views of DC! Tyrone was our funny, knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide and Godfrey was our happy and sweet driver. We would have given it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if we had only realized that the times of our Washington Monument tickets would be assigned to us, so we couldn’t use them. Otherwise, Tyrone and Godfrey made this 100% the best tour ever and we would give it our highest recommendation!
Carolyn_M, Mar 2026
Wonderful
Had a wonderful day. Everyone was great saw lots of fantastic things had a great time with them it was great
Deidre_G, Mar 2026
Great way to get an overview and around Washington DC
We enjoyed our tour and felt it was a very good use of our time. We particularly liked sitting on the top and not having to worry about driving through traffic.
Mike_W, Feb 2026
Sally and Godfried could...
Sally and Godfried could not have been any better. Sally was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of our great nation. She gave us facts about every location we visited during our tour. We were given ample time at each location to exit the bus for pictures. They both had our safety in mind at all times due to ice and snow conditions at that time. Sally even gave everyone her cell number if we had any questions about restaurants our exhibits even after our tour with her.
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The Washington Monument is a must-see for all first-time visitors to Washington DC.
Entrance to the monument requires a free ticket. Reserve tickets in advance online or via phone, or pick up a same-day ticket at the nearby Washington Monument Lodge.
Washington DC can have extreme weather conditions. Check the forecast and dress accordingly.
Distances between monuments can be longer than anticipated, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
The monument is fully accessible to wheelchair users.
You’ll need to clear a security screening before entering the monument, and you may be asked to leave restricted items such as food, glass containers, strollers, and aerosol cans behind.
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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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