World War II Memorial
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
- Phone
- 202-426-6841
- Address
- 1750 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20024
About World War II Memorial
Through stone architecture and bronze sculptures, the World War II Memorial recognizes the ways Americans served, honors those who fell, and recognizes the victory they achieved to restore freedom and end tyranny around the globe.
Hours
Always Open
The World War II Memorial is open 24 hours a day every day of the year. Restrooms, museums and elevators close in the evenings (check individual sites for hours). Park Rangers and volunteers are generally available between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. to answer questions and provide assistance.
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Rangers on Duty
Rangers are on duty to assist the visiting public from 9:30 am to 10 pm daily (except December 25). The United States Park Police are on duty 24 hours a day.
| Monday | 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
Changes to these hours
- Rangers not on duty Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
Getting there
GPS Coordinates: 38.889413, -77.040553 Address: 1750 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, D.C. Nearest Intersection: 17th St. & Independence Ave. SW
Weather
Washington DC gets to see all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter. Spring (March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees Summer (June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees Fall (September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees Winter (December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)
Things to do
Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for World War II Memorial ↗