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How do I obtain a park entrance pass?
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Operating Hours & Seasons
Park Hours
President’s Park outside areas are open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, including holidays.
Standard Hours
- Sunday:Open 24 hours
- Monday:Open 24 hours
- Tuesday:Open 24 hours
- Wednesday:Open 24 hours
- Thursday:Open 24 hours
- Friday:Open 24 hours
- Saturday:Open 24 hours
Park Entrance
White House Visitors Center
The visitor center is open from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. daily (except January 1, Thanksgiving, and December 25).
Standard Hours
- Sunday:7:30 AM-4:00 PM
- Monday:7:30 AM-4:00 PM
- Tuesday:7:30 AM-4:00 PM
- Wednesday:7:30 AM-4:00 PM
- Thursday:7:30 AM-4:00 PM
- Friday:7:30 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday:7:30 AM-4:00 PM
Fees & Passes
Entrance Fees:
- $0.00 – President’s Park
There is no fee to visit any area in President’s Park.
About
The President of the United States lives in a National Park
Every president except George Washington has called the White House and its surrounding grounds his place of work, rest, and solitude. Recognizable around the world, the White House stands as a symbol of democracy. The White House and its park grounds serve not only as the seat of the executive branch of government of the United States of America, but also as an iconic place for civil discourse.
Directions
The park boundaries are between 17th and 15th Streets NW on the east and west and between Constitution Ave NW and H St NW on the north and south.
Visitor Centers
White House Visitor Center
Visitors can explore an interactive touchscreen tour of the White House, view over 90 artifacts from the White House collection, shop at the White House Historical Association retail store, and view the 14 minute film, “White House: Reflections From Within.” Visit the information desk to inquire about special ranger programs and events at President’s Park. Ellipse Visitor Pavillion
Small visitor contact area located on the Ellipse just west of the corner of 15th and E Streets NW. The Ellipse Visitor Pavilion is open 7:30 am to 4:00 pm daily and offers public restrooms, concessions (small gifts and food), and an information area that is staffed seasonally.
Weather
The Washington, D.C. area has a four-season Mid-Atlantic climate. Summertime is warm and humid, while winter can be cold and snowy. Precipitation averages 2-4” monthly, year-round. The warmest months are June, July, and August, with average highs in the 80s (~31) combined with high humidity. Temperatures often climb into the 90s (~34). The coldest months are December, January, and February, with average temperatures in the 30s (~3), though lows may dip into the single digits on occasion.
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