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    United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

    10,268 Reviews
    #4 of 433 things to do in Washington DC
    Museums, Speciality Museums, History Museums
    Open Now: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
    100 Raoul Wallenberg Plaza SW, Washington DC, DC 20024-2126
    Open today: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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    • Average4%
    • Poor1%
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    About
    A living memorial to the Holocaust, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum inspires citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity. Tickets are only needed from March 1 to August 31 to visit the...more
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    Hours Today: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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    Suggested duration: 1-2 hours
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    100 Raoul Wallenberg Plaza SW, Washington DC, DC 20024-2126
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    Most Helpful Positive Review
    Reviewed November 30, 2002
    Haunting

    This Memorial and Museum is one of the most important installed in the DC mall, and the most haunting. It is definitely not in the light-hearted category of the Air and Space or the Natural History Museum, nor is it meant to be. It is,...More

    34  Thank Valerie S
    Most Helpful Critical Review
    Reviewed October 13, 2005
    Like Walking through a Text Book blended with a Documentary

    Wanted to put in a quick tip. There are two security checkpoints on opposite sides of the building. The lines are not usually the same length due to tour groups that show up and fill the line on one side. If your line seems long,...More

    14  Thank ArcticLlama
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    Confronting! Moving! A must see museum in DC.

    Wow, this is a must see for everyone. The museum and exhibits are so well done and the lay out tells a story. A story that you hope we will never see repeated.

    Thank Rob W
    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Utterly Raw yet has to be told - the best Museum ever visited.

    This was the Best Museum we've ever been to. Totally frank and unfiltered Presentation of what must never be allowed to happen again. Holocaust Museum needs to commended for how it is set out the displays and exhibitions, and it's respect for the victims of...More

    Thank Michael W
    Reviewed 2 days ago
    A "Must See" Museum

    If you only see one museum in Washington DC, make sure the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is it. An impressive piece of architecture, the museum is well curated and well planned- moving one effortlessly through the large space while telling a compelling story. The...More

    Thank FTLFan
    Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile
    Heartbreaking but amazing

    We toured this museum with our 11 year old. Daniel’s story is an exhibit specific to children. It tells the story of Daniel a young child pre war and then Daniel during the Nazi years. It was absolutely soul wrenching but such an important lesson...More

    Thank Hawkgirl72
    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Moving and humbling

    I have been to this memorial twice and it was even more moving the second time. It reminds us of the atrocity driven by hate and a maniacal dictator. It is very emotional so I don’t recommend it to children necessarily. It is an important...More

    Thank Sally F
    Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile
    Incredible Visit

    This is a great museum, probably one of the best in DC. Very moving museum with some incredible displays and information.

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    Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile
    Compelling

    Very well done. The USA should have a 911 museum in DC as well. Sobering. Great documentation and the process of the museum is very thoughtful and intentional. It’s convicting and could happen in our present day as well.

    Thank mwagg60
    Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile
    Breathtakingly heartbreaking

    This museum is a MUST. The facility is massive and beautiful. Complimentary entry and staff to assist you if needed. The heartbreaking tale of a culture and genocide told through amazing displays and multilevel floors of exhibits and audio-visual displays. It would take multiple days...More

    Thank CPtravellers
    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Must experience

    Excellent layout, special experience that leaves one reflecting. Save time to go through. A must do.

    Thank JoofC
    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Great Historical Museum

    It was a great historical museum. This history evokes emotions. It is profoundly a sad time in the history of mankind. Hopefully this museum will spread awareness so that nothing like this will ever happen again. Great stories of people from that time and great...More

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    July 22, 2018|
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    Response from JBMartiniguy | Reviewed this property |
    Sorry, just re-read your question, check you bag at your hotel and go back and get it otherwise you may have to wait outside while the rest in your group visit. There are also a few hotels nearby that may let you check your... More
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    Response from John B | Reviewed this property |
    Parking is hard in DC. Best to park at a metro station in VA or MA and take the metro.
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    June 26, 2018|
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    Response from Sandi M | Reviewed this property |
    It’s hard to park anywhere in DC. I’d recommend Uber or Lyft. Then you don’t need to be concerned with parking.
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