See Monuments & Memorials in DC, Stay in Fairfax County

A stay in Fairfax County, Virginia puts you within a short distance of all of the National Capital Region's monuments and memorials dedicated to some of our nation's greatest heroes and events.

See Famous Monuments of DC, Stay in Fairfax County

With 150 monuments in DC, can be difficult to visit all 100. Each have their own unique features, but these are the most popular ones to visit for your next visit to Washington, DC.

The first stop is the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the most profound of all the monuments paying tribute to those who served. The next stop is the Lincoln Memorial, where visitors can see an awe-inspiring homage to our 16th President. Adjacent to the Lincoln Memorial, you will find the Korean War Veterans Memorial, a memorial to Korean War veterans. Continue your journey to the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial situated on a four-acre plot on the northwest corner of the Tidal Basin adjacent to the Roosevelt Memorial, which offers an immersive experience into the life of the former president through a series of open-air, cascading waterfalls, and stone statues. Next, head to the World War II Memorial dedicated to the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S. From there, walk over to the most visited monument. The Washington Monument is a towering 555-foot marble obelisk honoring the nation’s first president. Visitors can take an elevator to the top for unparalleled views of our nation's capital. Wrap up your tour at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, a grand tribute to our nation's most notable forefathers. This hour-long tour covers some of D.C.'s most iconic landmarks and make sure to visit these memorials in the morning or early afternoon to avoid the crowds. Find the complete guide to your day trip to Washington D.C.