This is a must see and it's extremely nice when there are festivals going on or something. The walk seems less daunting.

Looking across The Mall and taking in the alignment of all the monuments and memorials, one is deeply touched by the price thousands of people have paid and continue to pay for freedom and justice for all. It is a reminder of all who gave there lives for and those who continue to serve humanity. I was deeply humbled by... More

The National Mall is a long avenue which extends for almost two miles between Constitution and Independence Avenue. On the right and on the left is the most wonderful selection of Smithsonian museums - but the Mall itself is a wonderful place for strolling: admire the exterior of the magnificient buildings, enjoy a walk under the trees. It's hard to... More

This is THE tourist attraction which leads to everything you come to Washington DC to see. On one end is The Capitol, lined with museums and and the end The Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial. Can't do it all in one day!

This mall is quite unique. People can walk on it, there are events there, including the annual Folk Life Festival that is held around July 4th. Many of the Smithsonian Museums border the mall, including the National Museum of American History, the National Museum of Natural History, the Freer Gallery, the Sackler Gallery, the African Art Museum, the Hirsshorn Museum,... More

Excellent! Great history . It is worth the trip just to visit the King Memorial, but there are so many more interesting things to do and see, many of which are free.

The National Mall is a central location and the starting point for many places in DC. The Mall is impressively long and is surrounded by many museums and galleries on the long side, and on each end the Capitol building and the Washington Monument. The Smithsonian metro stop brings you right out onto the Mall. Wear comfortable walking shoes and... More

1st. Take metro. Blue and yellow lines drop off in the middle. 2nd. Pick one or two per day. Many are free but quite a distance apart. 3rd. Wear walking shoes. You will be on your feet a LONG time. 4th... in the middle of summer the heat may be quite exhausting. Plan accordingly. Have fun.

Okay, here are a few pointers and tips on how to handle your day(s) here at the National Mall. 1: Unless you are walking distance from the Mall I recommend you dont take your car and attempt to park there, take the metro it is a lot faster and easier to get to and from your hotel. The first day... More