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Lincoln Memorial

Lincoln Memorial
Photo: Martin Falbisoner, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

It stands at the west end of the National Mall. The statue sits 19 feet high and faces the Reflecting Pool. Inscriptions of the Gettysburg Address and second inaugural address appear on the interior walls.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Washington DC, Philadelphia and New York in 7 Days

Visiting Lincoln Memorial: what to know

Tickets
Free entry.
Time needed
30 minutes.
Best time
Early morning to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Walk from the National Mall or take the metro to Foggy Bottom station.

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The National Mall

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Lincoln Memorial FAQs

Is the Lincoln Memorial free to visit?

Yes, admission is free at all times.

What are the opening hours?

The memorial is open 24 hours a day.

Can visitors go inside the memorial?

Yes, the interior is open to the public.

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