Suggestions for Monument near Washington

@mrfboyer • March 13, 2015Best pictures come at sunset from the WW2 monument

CJ W. • December 27, 2011Walk around the monument at night for some unique, beautiful views.

Things You Should Do • November 23, 2011Take the tour from Bike the Sites and ride your bike right up to the steps. Lots of fun and you easily explore all the monuments in less time than it takes walking or bussing.

Jackie R. • February 22, 2013Beautiful view of the city! Lovely quotes around the monument.

Matthew S. • July 18, 2021Best monument for when you want to seriously reflect on American values operationalized through history.

Angie H. • April 8, 2016A hidden gem of a monument. Not the most popular, but perhaps the most pleasant to visit, especially during cherry blossom season.

jeyo • December 14, 2015This is a quiet space of reflection. You can feel the weight of history here, and even still see its impact with flowers laid about the monument.

Mike B. • October 4, 2014Best time to view this monument is at dusk. Very powerful. 🇺🇸

M Squared Real Estate • August 20, 2011Grant's monument occupies the single most prominent location on the Capitol Grounds, directly over the reflecting pool.

Maggie M. • March 19, 2022This is a really nice spot to stop in the center of the island.

Rich P. • April 26, 2015Hidden gem. Great spot for a few running laps or even just a walk. Great statue of Teddy!

Claire E. • July 19, 2015Built in 1993 to honor the women's contributions to the Vietnam war it is the only war memorial dedicated specifically to women

Amy C. • November 12, 2018Don’t overlook this monument on the Mall.

Kamila D. • October 23, 2015Such a lovely place for taking a break and relaxing with a cup of coffee! Starbucks is right across the street btw :)

Tammy G. • July 14, 2011My faves: the kitchen garden, West Wing, Sasha & Malia's swingset & the view of the monuments.

Skye M. • March 27, 2011Best in early spring when the trees are in bloom.

DC Preservation League • August 5, 2011National memorial to the 36th president. Authorized by ongress in 1973 and built in 1974-77. Architectural work of Mead Palmer and Mills & Petticord. Sculptural work of Harold Vogel.

James C. • August 16, 2015Cool monument check it out.

DC Preservation League • August 9, 2011Two major components (old Marine Barracks and Band Hall) of a unified composition of military buildings built in 1902-06, using the designs of architects Hornblower & Marshall and George Hadfield.

Andrew G. • December 1, 2013Perfect spot for a picture of the White House

Dani C. • September 20, 2020Beautiful memorial! Your supposed to start by the statue of him as a boy and work your way to the other end. Frankly either way is fine. Just see it all.

Alan B. • January 11, 2012It's a great exercise and beautiful at sunset!

Clark K. • August 29, 2010Don't forget the five elements pagoda across the Basin

Timothy C. • May 15, 2013Two name locator books are by state while two are by last name alphabetically. This will help you locate the officer you are looking for a lot quicker.

John M. • January 16, 2019Drop by during the daylight hours to see it best

Lauren • April 7, 2011Love the residents- work with them everyday. They have great stories to tell!

Justin • August 7, 2014A beautiful building and interesting Tour!

JH H. • September 17, 2019This guy has a great view of the city!

C-SPAN • August 30, 2011Designed by Cass Gilbert and sculpted by Daniel Chester French this 78 ft. memorial for the Army’s First Division took 5 years to build. More info C-SPAN American History TV video.