A 19-foot marble Abraham Lincoln sits enthroned inside this Doric temple at the western end of the National Mall, flanked by his Gettysburg Address and Second Inaugural carved into the walls.
Best time to visit
Two separate windows work best: Apr–May & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.
Know before you go
- Climb the steps at sunset for the classic view back down the Reflecting Pool toward the Capitol
- This is where Martin Luther King Jr. delivered the "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963, marked on the steps
- Free and open 24 hours, so it's one of the few Mall sights worth seeing lit up at night
Pairs well with
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lincoln Memorial?
The best time to visit Lincoln Memorial is April–May & September–October, in Washington, D.C., United States.
Where is Lincoln Memorial?
Lincoln Memorial is in Washington, D.C., United States. The nearest major airport is DCA.
What is Lincoln Memorial known for?
A 19-foot marble Abraham Lincoln sits enthroned inside this Doric temple at the western end of the National Mall, flanked by his Gettysburg Address and Second Inaugural carved into the walls.
