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Parks & Gardens

Washington Monument Grounds

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Southwest Washington, Washington

"Very chill park with historic sights to check out all around you"
Come at sunset for golden Reflecting Pool views
Pack a picnic to enjoy on the grassy grounds

An iconic 555-foot obelisk honoring George Washington, surrounded by 50 flags and sweeping National Mall views. Walk the grounds at sunset for golden-hour shots with the Reflecting Pool.

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Upcoming events at Washington Monument Grounds

Saturday, Nov 14
The National Mall Architecture Walking Tour

The National Mall Architecture Walking Tour

Sat Nov 14

Southwest Washington

Guided architecture stroll

Book Tickets

What are you into?

  • iconic landmark
  • National Mall
  • free to visit
  • sunset photo spot
  • Washington Monument Grounds
  • Southwest Washington
  • Washington

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  • Daytime Solar Observing

    Daytime Solar Observing

    Fri Nov 13, 12pm

    Southwest Washington

    Free solar telescope viewing

  • Come Alive After 5

    Come Alive After 5

    Sat Nov 14, 8am

    Washington

    Extended evening garden access

  • Guided Forest Bathing Walks

    Guided Forest Bathing Walks

    Sat Nov 14, 9:30am

    Northwest Washington

    Guided forest bathing walk

  • Summer Evening Hours at the Garden

    Summer Evening Hours at the Garden

    Thu Nov 19, 5pm

    Southwest Washington

    Live music among the plants

  • Season's Greenings

    Season's Greenings

    Thu Nov 26, 10am

    Southwest Washington

    Botanical holiday exhibition

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