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.
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursThe Vietnam Veterans Memorial is open to the public 24 hours a day. Park rangers and volunteers are generally available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to answer questions and provide assistance.
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 202-426-6841 · national_mall@nps.gov
GPS Coordinates: 38.891112, -77.047626 Address: 5 Henry Bacon Drive NW, Washington, D.C. Nearest Intersection: Henry Bacon Drive & Constitution Ave. NW
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Vietnam Veterans Memorial — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Vietnam Veterans Memorial?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Yes What are the hours?
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is open to the public 24 hours a day. Park rangers and volunteers are generally available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to answer questions and provide assistance.
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ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
