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National Mall

National Mall

Plaza and National Park
Northwest Washington, Washington
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    Marta Lynne S.
    "Great spot for kickball!"(5 Tips)
    JoAnn M.
    "... Memorial and the Washington Monument - It's the Declaration of Independence..."(6 Tips)
    Julie A.
    "Beautiful views, many museums to visit as you make your way"(16 Tips)
    Leslie
    "One of my fav DC things to do - walk, bike or run along the mall."(8 Tips)
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  • Jason K.
    Jason KyleFebruary 16, 2012
    Awe inspiring. Every American should be mandated to walk the Mall at least once in their lives.
  • Megan L.
    Megan LipsmeyerJune 4, 2012
    Bring sunscreen, ride a bike, wear sunscreen. Enjoy!
  • Alek
    AlekJune 14, 2023
    Been here 5+ times
    Biked down here and went for a run 🇺🇸
  • Curtis M.
    Curtis MejeurJune 1, 2010
    If there's a parade on Constitution, camp out in front of Amer. History Museum. There's shade, grass, and a great view.
  • sara a.heart icon on user image
    sara alswailemSeptember 14, 2021
    Walking here is fabulous
  • PETA
    PETAJuly 20, 2011
    Awesome Glass Walls Exhibit right in front of the Natural History museum!
  • c c.heart icon on user image
    c contrerasOctober 25, 2015
    Nice and historical place
  • Simona O.heart icon on user image
    Simona OzomováOctober 7, 2016
    Great for walks or runs
  • Alex D.heart icon on user image
    Alex DobyanFebruary 27, 2015
    Absolutely magnificent and infested with tourists.
  • Tucker W.heart icon on user image
    Tucker WarnerSeptember 12, 2021
    Amazing site to see!
  • Caitlin D.heart icon on user image
    Caitlin DickerboomApril 11, 2015
    Currently the pond in drained, but still a great
  • Intan S.
    Intan SPJuly 23, 2011
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  • Carlos A.heart icon on user image
    Carlos AltahonaAugust 23, 2016
    Being there is unrealistic. What a great view.
  • kirstie r.
    kirstie rApril 8, 2013
    Enjoy a lunch on the bench on a nice day.
  • Jake S.heart icon on user image
    Jake SmithMay 19, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Try to take a picture like you are holding the Washington Monument.
  • Paula F.heart icon on user image
    Paula FreireOctober 8, 2015
    It's Beautiful an very diferent than I was thinking.
  • DV G.
    DV Green🌀January 21, 2013
    The National Mall receives approximately 24 million visitors each year.
  • Cathy M.
    Cathy MaloneJune 28, 2012
    Relaxing summer evening with unique food and unique music
  • Andrew BC 翁 Ò.heart icon on user image
    Andrew BC 翁 ÒngJanuary 21, 2013
    Great and beautiful view indeed
  • Michelle K.
    Some sightseeing after our lobbying meetings on the hill!
  • Emmanuel G.heart icon on user image
    Emmanuel GalvanJanuary 23, 2016
    One of the most historic places in America
  • The Transit Navigator
    The Transit NavigatorSeptember 25, 2011
    The site of many inaugurations and public rallys, this landmark area is worth visiting. "FORREST!" "JENNY!"
  • Otávio D.heart icon on user image
    Museums, green and space to run
  • Leslie
    LeslieNovember 7, 2011
    One of my fav DC things to do - walk, bike or run along the mall. Read more
  • Britt A.heart icon on user image
    Britt AntonyMay 30, 2015
    Always a great outdoor space!
  • eric b.heart icon on user image
    eric bornemannSeptember 2, 2020
    If you like famous buildings and monuments... I’ve got a place for you.
  • Jimmy K.
    Jimmy KastnerSeptember 4, 2014
    Bring your own water, otherwise bring lots of cash.
  • D W.
    D WalkerJuly 29, 2013
    Bring a pedometer! It is a lot of walking but absolutely worth every step.
  • J Simeon I.heart icon on user image
    J Simeon Ileto IIIJune 24, 2014
    Copenhagen Cycle Chics
  • Richard S.heart icon on user image
    Richard SunOctober 15, 2019
    Great feeling.
  • Dirty B.
    Dirty BirdAugust 9, 2014
    2.2 miles of grass that's a nice place to stop and relax
  • Kiley K.heart icon on user image
    Kiley KDecember 10, 2016
    It's so pretty here and next to a lot of cool stuff
  • Christen
    ChristenFebruary 19, 2011
    Definitely visit at night. The city is beautiful and it's peaceful
  • Hannah M.heart icon on user image
    Hannah MueryApril 11, 2015
    So cool! Saw Ben Stiller filming night at the museum there!
  • R
    RApril 10, 2012
    Place can be brutal if you have allergies in the spring!
  • Loree C.heart icon on user image
    Loree ChingMay 25, 2018
    Beautiful!!!
  • Hard R.
    Hard RockerOctober 3, 2019
    Great to walk around.
  • Shannon J.heart icon on user image
    Shannon JeropkeNovember 10, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    No trip to DC is complete without a stop here!
  • DC Preservation League
    DC Preservation LeagueAugust 11, 2011
    Planned from 1791 to 1901. It is a major element of the L'Enfant Plan and it includes approximately 10 buildings.
  • Daniel D.
    Daniel DolinovAugust 25, 2013
    Get the Gyro salad from the DC Diner truck.
  • USA TODAY
    USA TODAYNovember 22, 2010
    A 1.5-mile stroll spans 200 years of human rights struggles, starting with Thomas Jefferson and ending with King's 'I Have a Dream' speech at the Lincoln Memorial" on Aug. 28, 1963. Read more
  • Lauren B.
    Lauren BaconMarch 24, 2014
    Always good food trucks nearby for lunch
  • Lindsey M.
    Lindsey MastisApril 7, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    If you get here early enough you can find free, 3 hour parking on Jefferson or Madison.
  • Doug W.heart icon on user image
    Doug WMarch 1, 2017
    It's just a must do if you're in DC.
  • Alan B.
    Alan BruceDecember 3, 2011
    Beautiful views walking both way. Scene of the "I had a dream" speech.
  • LaToya H.heart icon on user image
    LaToya HolmesMarch 17, 2017
    If you enjoy sightseeing, it's a must!
  • Sharyn F.
    Sharyn FlanaganSeptember 21, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Check out GREAT photos at: http://twaphotography.zenfolio.com/dcnight
  • Emilio C.
    Emilio CApril 15, 2015
    You can walk around here for hours!
  • Niels S.heart icon on user image
    Niels SwimbergheMay 10, 2015
    So many monuments, still haven't seen them all
  • The Pixelated
    The PixelatedFebruary 2, 2014
    Don't forget your cameras! 📷📹📱
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