Take in the fountains and waterfalls in World War II Memorial
The World War II Memorial, a well-liked monument, was established in 2004 to honor the more than 400,000 Americans who lost their lives in the conflict. The Rainbow Pool is surrounded by a circle of 56 pilings that stand for the 56 states and territories that existed at the time. This memorial can appear rather ethereal at night when the lights are blazing. After viewing the World War II Memorial. Although there will be other tourists there in the spring and summer, past visitors advise planning your trip at one of these times so you may take in the fountains and waterfalls at the memorial.
Taking the National Mall bus from the DC Circulator or the Blue, Silver, or Orange lines of the Metro to Smithsonian station will take you to the World War II Memorial, which is situated on the National Mall's major thoroughfare between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. It is also a prominent stop on many of the top bus excursions in the city. Although visitors are welcome to explore the site at any time, National Park Service rangers are only present there from 9:30 am to 10 pm every day. Consult the official World War II Memorial page of the National Park Service for more information.
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Location: 1750 Independence Ave. SW
Price & Hours: Free & 24/7 daily
Phone: 202-426-6841
Website: https://www.nps.gov/wwii/index.htm
