Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guided Book
Description
Enjoy timed entry access to the Washington Monument observation deck & take in breathtaking 360-degree views of Washington, DC. With the help of an exclusive self guided handbook available in English, Spanish & French discover sweeping skyline views of the capital, including the White House, U.S. Capitol, National Mall, Lincoln Memorial, Potomac River, the Pentagon, Washington National Cathedral, & Arlington Cemetery. The iconic Washington Monument honors George Washington, the first President of the United States, & rises 555 feet above the National Mall. Built from marble, granite, & bluestone, it represents the strength & unity of the country & remains 1 of the most visited attractions in Washington, DC. The self-guided experience includes visitor information, monument highlights, & orientation materials designed to help you make the most of the visit. Upgrade your experience to include a small-group walking tour through the National Mall Memorials led by an expert local guide.
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The Washington Monument stands as the most iconic symbol of the nation’s capital, honoring George Washington, the first President of the United States. Rising 555 feet above the National Mall, this historic landmark offers unforgettable views of Washington, DC from its observation deck, where visitors can see the White House, U.S. Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and the Potomac River. Built from marble, granite, and bluestone, the monument represents the strength and unity of the country and remains one of the most visited and photographed attractions in Washington, DC. TICKET DELIVERY: Official Tickets will be sent to you. YOU WILL NEED them to gain entry. ***VOUCHER OR PROOF OF PAYMENT will not get you in. Show the official tickets that are sent to you with park service logo (recreation.gov).
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Most visitors spend no more than 30 minutes inside the Washington Monument itself
- The Washington Monument requires all guests to go through physical security screening to access the monument. The security line normally takes around 15-30 minutes but can be even longer on major holidays.
- The Washington Monument operates in rain or shine.
- The inside of the monument does not allow smoking, vaporizers, e-cigarettes, food and drink (except water in clear bottles), large bags, or weapons.
- The Monument is wheelchair accessible
- Strollers are not permitted inside the Monument. You must leave the stroller in the designated, unattended parking area outside, often near the entrance or along the side of the building.
- No Animals, except Service Animals
- Minors (17 or under) must be accompanied by an adult (18+)
- The Washington Monument is a self-guided experience
- If you book the option with the guided walking tour, your entry time to the monument will be for a time after the end of your tour.
Reviews(145)
My visit went very pleasant and interesting. No problem at all with the registration process. A few days before the visit, I received an email with the QR code needed for entry. The rangers were very helpful on site.
Excellent experience from start to finish! The view from the top was superb! Made the walk to the Mall Grounds look easy. But the walk was a real slog in the heat:-(.
Excellent experience from start to finish!
I have been to DC and seen the outside of the Washington Monument many times. This time my family bought tickets to go into the monument. I bought them through a third party vendor. I had difficulty accessing my tickets. The staff was very helpful in helping me to get them and pleasant and patient to work with me because there were other people waiting. The view of DC from the monument was awesome 😎 .
It was easy and convenient and we over the monument tour. Check the messages portion of the app for your tickets. I kept getting vouchers and the link saying my tickets were here took me to the voucher, and I went to message the company about my tickets and there they were in the inbox.
Got to the visitor center, they said tickets were already used. Company didn’t respond to issue as of time of review (48 hours later).
This was a terrible experience. We bought tickets for a 9:30 tour the next day. We received an email with a barcode, but the email also specifically said that the barcode could not used for entry -- instead we would receive a separate email with a QR code for entry. That email never came. As soon as the office opened (9:00), we called the number included on the email. I spoke to someone directly who said they would send the QR code through What's App. The QR code never came. When I called back, nobody picked up. I called multiple times. I would not recommend using this company.
I had not received my ticket and they were very responsive when I called. They emailed it to me immediately.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you had a great experience and that our team was able to assist you quickly. We understand how important it is to receive your tickets on time, and we're glad we could email them to you promptly and help make everything go smoothly. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope you had an amazing visit to the Washington Monument. We look forward to assisting you again on your next adventure!
Was so awesome to not have to stress about booking tickets. I booked this the day before and BOOM was able to get tickets.
Thank you so much for your awesome review! We're thrilled to hear we could help make your last-minute plans stress-free. That's exactly what we aim for! It's great to know you were able to book the day before and still enjoy your visit without the hassle. We really appreciate you choosing us, and we hope to help make your next adventure just as easy and enjoyable. Safe travels!
Great viewing from the top. It’s a bit crowded up there so be aware of your surroundings.
