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Washington DC Landmarks and Washington DC Monuments
(Washington, DC, USA)



It is hardly surprising that the important city of Washington is crammed full of spectacular landmarks and monuments.

Famous throughout the world, many of these Washington landmarks date back hundreds of years and are in remarkable condition. Here are some of the top landmarks and monuments to visit in Washington.




Washington Landmarks: White House - 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20500, USA
Tel: +1 202 456 7041
Completed in 1800 and home to every US president except George Washington, the White house is one of Washington DC's most important landmarks. Until the second world war, members of the public could actually walk freely into the White House. These days, not only do you have to wait in line to get on a tour of the building, but you only get a quick peek at eight of the 132 rooms in the White House. The main public tours are self-guided and there are many helpful Secret Service guides who are happy to answer any questions about the history of Washington DC's world-famous White House.

The White House earned its name in 1815, when it was whitewashed to hide scorch marks left from its burning by the British invaders during the previous year. Recreational facilities at Washington DC's landmark White House include a 47-seat cinema, tennis courts, a putting green, a bowling alley and a horseshoe pitch. The White House has 32 bathrooms, 413 doors, 3 elevators, 7 staircases and a staff of more than 100, including florists, cooks, carpenters and gardeners. Washington's White House is situated close to the Metro Center, McPherson Square and Federal Triangle Metro train stations.
Landmark open: daily - 07:30 to 16:00

Washington Landmarks: Washington Monument - The Mall, between 15th and 17th Streets, Washington, DC, USA
One of Washington DC's most important landmarks is the Washington Monument, which was completed in 1884, 101 years after Congress voted to honor George Washington with a memorial.

The impressive Washington Monument rises in a straight line between the Capitol and the Lincoln Memorial and is off-center between the White House and the Jefferson Memorial, because the original site was actually too marshy to build on. This tall landmark measure 170 meters / 555 feet and is actually the tallest freestanding masonry structure in the world. There is an observation deck, which can be reached by elevator, and offers some of the best views across Washington DC.

Washington Landmarks: Jefferson Memorial - south end of 15th Street SW, Tidal Basin, Washington, DC, 20242, USA
Tel: +1 202 426 6841
The Jefferson Memorial is situated in the National Mall area of Washington DC and is one of Washington's most elegant an simple monuments / landmarks. Dedicated to Thomas Jefferson, the third president of America, the Jefferson Memorial is Roman in style, featuring numerous grand columns and a domed roof. President Franklin D. Roosevelt liked this Washington landmark so much that he actually had trees removed so that he could see the Jefferson Memorial from the Oval Office windows at the White House.
Landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Landmark admission: free

Washington Landmarks: State Department - 2201 C Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20520, USA
Tel: +1 202 647 3241
The Department of State, in the Foggy Bottom district of Washington DC, is one of the most important landmarks in Washington. Established in 1787 by Congress for matters of diplomatic relations, this is the nation's oldest cabinet agency. The current building was constructed in 1960 and is the department's headquarters and worldwide communications hub. Guided tours are available, although it is necessary to register for these tours in advance.
Landmark open: Monday to Friday - 09:30 to 15:00
Landmark admission: free

Washington Landmarks: Washington Library of Congress - 1st Street and East Capitol Street, SE, Washington, DC, 20540, USA
Tel: +1 202 707 5000
The Washington Library of Congress, in the Capitol Hill area of Washington DC, is the national library of America and is actually the world's largest library and one of the major landmarks in Washington DC. Its three enormous buildings are home to more than 100 million items, including the papers of over 20 presidents, along the 535 miles / 856 km of bookshelves. There is an interesting short film shown in the ground-floor's visitor's center and guided tours of the Washington Library of Congress are available. One of the main attractions is the grand Main Reading Room, which features high ceilings and impressive architecture. The Washington Library of Congress is situated close to the Capitol South Metro train station.
Landmark open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:30
Landmark admission: free

Washington Landmarks: The Octagon - 1799 New York Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20006, USA
Tel: +1 202 638 3105
The Octagon is situated in Downtown Washington and is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Washington DC, having eight sides. Once the home of President Madison, after the White House was badly damaged in the 1812 war, the Octagon features many interesting historical attractions and is where the famous Treaty of Ghent was signed. The Octagon is close to Washington's Farragut West Metro station.
Landmark open: Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00
Landmark admission: free, donations suggested

Washington Landmarks: Albert Einstein Memorial - 2101 Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20418, USA
Tel: +1 202 334 2000
The Albert Einstein Memorial in Washington's National Mall neighborhood is one of the most instantly recognizable landmarks in Washington DC. Measuring 12 feet / 3.5 meters, this large and imposing statue of Albert Einstein is actually seated on a bench, at the front of Washington's National Academy of Sciences. The Albert Einstein Memorial monument is located nearby Washington's Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro train station.

Washington Landmarks: Department of Agriculture - Independence Avenue, Washington, DC, 20050, USA
Tel: +1 202 720 5505
Washington's Department of Agriculture is situated in the National Mall neighborhood of Washington DC, between 12th and 14th Streets. There are two impressive buildings, the first of which dates back to 1905 and the other building was constructed in the 1930s. Both buildings at Washington's Department of Agriculture are particularly impressive landmarks and there is an interesting visitors information center.
Landmark open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:00
Landmark admission: free

Washington Landmarks: Frederick Douglass National Historic Site (Cedar Hill) - 1411 W Street SE, Washington, DC, 20020, USA
Tel: +1 202 426 5961
The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is situated in the Anacostia region of Washington DC and has become one of the major landmarks in this Washington district. Built in 1854, this grand, Victorian country house was the final home of famous author Frederick Douglass, who lived here between 1877 to 1895. Douglass was actually born as a slave in Maryland and taught himself to read. He then founded an abolitionist newspaper and soon became an adviser to President Abraham Lincoln and several other presidents.
Landmark open: daily, April to October - 09:00 to 17:00, November to March - 09:00 to 16:00
Landmark admission: charge

Washington Landmarks: Lincoln Memorial - West Potomac Park, (at 23rd Street NW), Washington, DC, 20242, USA
Tel: +1 202 426 6841
The Lincoln Memorial is one of Washington DC's major landmarks / monuments and offers some spectacular panoramic views of Washington DC. Washington's Lincoln Memorial is perhaps best known as the site of many public protests and demonstrations in Washington. After the tragic assassination of Abraham Lincoln in 1865, it took more than 50 years to decide upon a suitable monument for the president and finally in 1911, Henry Bacon's classic monument design was chosen. This striking and imposing landmark is also particularly striking at night and the 'cage' that surrounds the marble statue of Lincoln has one Doric column for each of the 36 states in the Union at the time of his death. The sculpture of Abraham Lincoln sits at the center of a 19 feet / 5.5 meter sculpture, gazing out over the Reflecting Pool, and is situated close to Washington's Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro train station.
Landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Landmark admission: free

Washington Landmarks: Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial - 1850 West Basin Drive, Washington, DC, 20242, USA
Tel: +1 202 619 7222
This enormous Washington landmark and monument is a memorial to the legendary President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who became America's 32nd president and the only president in history that was elected four times. Despite his preference for a simple memorial slab, a 42-year campaign produced the elaborate Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial, which was dedicated in March 1997 and cost almost USD 50 million. The memorial consists of four large outdoor galleries, waterfalls, pools, statues and giant stones.
Landmark open: daily - 08:00 to midnight

Washington Landmarks: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - 935 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, USA
Tel: +1 202 426 6924
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is situated in Downtown Washington, between 10th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. This world-famous landmark building uses many state-of-the-art methods to track down some of America's most wanted criminals and guided tours are usually available.
Landmark open: Monday to Friday - 08:45 to 16:15
Landmark admission: free

Washington Landmarks: Theodore Roosevelt Island and Memorial - George Washington Memorial Parkway, Arlington, VA, 22101, USA
Tel: +1 703 285 2601
Theodore Roosevelt was America's 26th president and this grand memorial is one of the main landmarks close to Washington DC. This attractive memorial is situated in a large wildlife park and stands at the center of an island, measuring around 22 feet / 6 meters in height.
Landmark open: daily - 07:00 to sunset

Washington Landmarks: Tudor Place - 1644 31st Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20007, USA
Tel: +1 202 965 0400
Tudor Place is situated in the Georgetown district of Washington DC and was once the home of George Washington's granddaughter. This stunning mansion features many interesting attractions and regular tours are available.
Landmark open: tours, Tuesday to Friday - 10:00, 11:30, 13:00 and 14:30, Saturday - 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00 and 15:00
Landmark admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens are children under 18 years old

 
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