Lights glow at the base of the wall of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial with Washington Monument.
Visiting after dark completely changes the character of the memorial. NPS

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Federal Recreation Area · District of Columbia · National Park Service

Honoring the men and women who served in the controversial Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial chronologically lists the names of 58,318 Americans who gave their lives in service to their country.

Plan your visit

Know before you go

Phone
202-426-6841
Official site
www.nps.gov
Managed by
National Park Service

Getting there

Directions on Google Maps →

Things to do

Highlights: Wars and Conflicts · Vietnam War

Activities & features: Guided Tours · Self-Guided Tours - Walking · Junior Ranger Program

Photos

  • Bronze statue of three women with a wounded soldier.
    NPS
  • A bronze statue of three soldiers standing together, carrying weapons, and looking to their right.
    NPS / Terry Adams
  • A man kneels and takes a photo of the wall surrounded by other people. Flowers are at the wall base.
    NPS / Nathan King
  • Notes and flags set at the base of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, a black wall inscribed with names.
    NPS / Terry Adams

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Sources: National Park Service, Google Places · updated 2026-08-12