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    Jefferson Memorial: Tours & Tickets

    6,345 Reviews
    #20 of 462 things to do in Washington DC
    Sights & Landmarks, Monuments & Statues
    701 E Basin Dr SW, At the south shore of the Tidal Basin, Washington DC, DC 20242
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    A 19-foot bronze statue of perhaps the most esteemed founding father sits beneath a columned rotunda in the style of the Roman Pantheon.
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    All reviews tidal basin cherry blossoms founding fathers beautiful monument declaration of independence his words great man national mall beautiful at night potomac river white house my favorite worth the trip awe inspiring gift shop statue memorial
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    Stunning views!

    This building was being maintained while we were there so quite a bit of it was under construction tarps. It was still very cool to see and the setting is just beautiful. The tidal basin is a great backdrop and you can see the Capital...More

    Date of experience: September 2019
    Thank Tina M
    Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile
    Great Memorial.

    Nicely done. I needed elevator to get to Statue area. No sign for that. Hidden out back. Naturally a busy place. Still worth the trip just to see what people can invision if they put their mind to it. Take a moment and think. Read...More

    Date of experience: September 2019
    Thank doublenaturelover
    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Renovation

    Currently covered in scaffolding this monument is quite a bit off the rest of the mall about a mile walk from the Lincoln Memorial.

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank AAS
    Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile
    One of the best

    Visited in October 2019. They have scaffolding up so that they can clean the roof. This is just an amazing monument. The statute and inside of the building are amazing. This was one of the best monuments to see. They have a gift shop and...More

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank Russell3939
    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Organise as part of your tour of the Mall

    Organise a visit as part of the walking route of the monuments on the Mall. This was our second visit to Washington and we thought that there were a lot more tourists that previously, so you might want to visit early if you don't like...More

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank Maud180291
    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Inspiring

    We really enjoyed this monument even though they were fixing the dome. It was amazing what this man did for our nation. What a fitting tribute.

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank Firemedic26
    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Proud to be American

    A must see when visiting Washington DC. Historic masterpiece on a grand scale. Reading Thomas Jefferson's infamous words on the wall make us proud to be American and witness our country being founded with faith.

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank Y5267MTnancyb
    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Jefferson at Night

    We saw the Jefferson Memorial at night as part of a tour. It was not crowded! I think the Memorial needs better lighting, but it was still awesome!

    Date of experience: September 2019
    Thank 696mccoyow
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Thoughtful Place

    Nice and quiet place. Although it was under restoration you must visit it. It has a great view of the other side of Washington Monument.

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank carolinamW3036TI
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Pretty Memorial, but under repairs....

    This is a good memorial to visit, but not a great photo op since the dome is under repair. The statue is great, as is the little museum on site. I was surprised as the poor maintenance of this memorial, and all of them, really.

    Date of experience: October 2019
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    May 28, 2015|
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    Response from Miramax2013 | Reviewed this property |
    The Jefferson Memorial is located near the Smithsonian Metro Station on the Orange, Silver, and Blue lines of the Metro System. The Smithsonian Station has two exits; make sure to leave the station through "Independence... More
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    Response from Familyof4nyc | Reviewed this property |
    The best shot is probably from along the tidal basin pathway.
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