Each year, millions of people visit the National Mall and Memorial Parks to recreate, to commemorate presidential legacies, to honor our nation's veterans, to make their voices heard, and to celebrate our nation's commitment to freedom and equality.
The National Mall is a 1.54 kilometer historic pathway in the heart of Washington DC, featuring minimal elevation gain of 4.57 meters. This iconic route connects the nation's most significant monuments and memorials, including the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and U.S. Capitol Building, while providing access to world-renowned Smithsonian museums along its tree-lined corridors.