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Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook
3.2(5)Washington DC1 hour
VIATOR3.2(5)
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At a glance
Duration
1 hour
Price from
$24 / person
Location
Washington DC, United States
Rating
3.2 / 5 · 5 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
1–15 pax
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Gray and Green Tours
Description
*Ascend to the top of the Washington Monument for panoramic views
*Enjoy a timed entry ticket for a hassle-free visit to the monument
*Use a digital guidebook to learn about the monument, park and city
*See DC's sights: where you have been and where you are going next
*Skip long lines and wait times trying to get tickets that often sell out early
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7 times a day, 9:30 AM–3:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 2+)
$24
In demand: 164 of the next 210 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Ticket and Guidebook
Itinerary
Washington Monument
Admission included
Enjoy a timed entry ticket to the Washington Monument. Skip the lengthy ticketing lines and proceed directly to the Washington Monument with your Recreation.gov ticket. Present your ticket to a ranger, pass through a security screening, and take the elevator to the observation level at 500 feet. Enjoy panoramic views of Washington, DC, and easily identify major landmarks such as the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, the U.S. Capitol, and the White House. Gain valuable insight into the city's design and development using a comprehensive guidebook authored by a retired ranger with 15 years of experience managing the park. On your descent, observe the commemorative stones embedded in the monument's interior walls, offering a unique perspective on the site's history and significance.
What's included
Included
Skip the Ticketing Line
Guidebook
Fee to reserve entry ticket
Not included
Alcoholic & Premium Beverages
Hotel Transfers
Service Staff Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Washington DC
Starting price $24 is 62% below the typical $63 for tours of similar length in Washington DC
Excurgo comparison of 759 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook take?
Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook cost?
Prices start at $24 per person for this Washington DC experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
Does Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook sell out?
It can: 164 of the next 210 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Washington Monument Skip the Line Ticket and Guidebook worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.2 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Gray and Green Tours.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Michael_D
September 25, 2026 · via Viator
Ripoff
Bought same day tickets but the Monument is shut for maintenance. We're told to come back next day so we did but it's still shut. No mention of how to get a refund. A complete ripoff.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
At 11:48am you purchased the 2:30pm tour. We sent tickets at 12:30pm. At 2:23pm National Park Service issued a closure due to maintenance issues. At 2:28pm we informed you of the closure asking if you had visited the Monument yet. Four days later at 6:56am you requested a refund. At 7:31am we replied informing you we would process the refund, which we did immediately after. We're sorry the National Park Service closed the monument and took 4 days to fix it, but that is beyond our control.
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Jill_M
September 14, 2026 · via Viator
Getting your ticket the...
Getting your ticket the viator is confusing. These recreation.gov tickets are free on the recreation.gov website, but viator has somehow figured out how to grab all the available tickets as soon as recreation.gov releases them. So if this is a must-see, your only guaranteed option is viator. (Very irritating!). This makes getting the actual tickets confusing.
That said, goi g yo the top if the Washington monument is amazing!
Operator response
Glad you enjoyed the views. For many people the assurance of getting the tickets and guidebook is worth the cost if they haven't gotten tickets in advance.
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Rob_K
September 1, 2026 · via Viator
The park service should only sell to individuals
I wonder why it's so difficult to get the free entry time. And Viator can get plenty to sell for $24 each
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pam_b
September 1, 2026 · via Viator
Waste of money
There was no line and the online book is stupid.
Loved the monument of course but to pay extra was a waste of money
Operator response
Glad you enjoyed the Monument. For many people the assurance of getting the skip-the-ticketing-line tickets and guidebook is worth the cost.
K
Kim_B
August 1, 2026 · via Viator
No wait
So worth the money to not stand in line. View from the top is amazing! Only way to get a good view of the White House.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thanks- glad you enjoyed.
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