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National Mall

Constitution Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia USA

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Free

Free to Visit

Open Now

Thu 12a-11:59p , more

Credit Cards
not Accepted
Pet Friendly
Wheelchair
Accessible
Public
Restrooms
Outdoor
Seating

Iconic Attraction

Our Take

The most important thing to note about the National Mall is that it’s probably a lot bigger than you think, so planning out which memorials and museums are must-visits for you is essential. But when you’re on your way from attraction to attraction, take a moment to pause and appreciate how cool it feels to be surrounded by so much culture and history. Or check out any events that might be happening; there’s almost always something special going on. And, side note: All of the Smithsonian restaurants and cafes are really good, so go ahead and work up an appetite.

by Joshua Smibert

“over 20 million visitors a year”

Each year, millions of people visit the National Mall and Memorial Parks to recreate, to commemorate presidential legacies, to honor our nation's veterans, to make their voices heard, and to celebrate our nation's commitment to freedom and equality. The National Mall is an open-area national park in downtown Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States. The National Park Service (NPS) administers the National Mall, which is part of its National Mall and Memorial Parks unit. The term National Mall commonly includes areas that are officially part of West Potomac Park and Constitution Gardens to the west, and often is taken to refer to the entire area between the Lincoln Memorial and the United States Capitol, with the Washington Monument providing a division slightly west of the center. The National Mall receives approximately 24 million visitors each year.