The White House and President's Park
Designation:
Location: District of Columbia
š Park Overview
The White House is owned by the American people and stewarded by the National Park Service. It is more than the President's residence; it is a site for protests and national discourse about what it means to be American. As one of the most iconic sites in the country, the White House and President's Park seeks to tell the stories of all people who have lived, worked, and visited.
š¤ Weather Information
The Washington, DC, area has a four-season Mid-Atlantic climate. Summertime is warm and humid, while winter can be cold and snowy. Precipitation averages 2-4ā monthly, year-round. The warmest months are June, July, and August, with average highs in the 80s (~31) combined with high humidity. Temperatures often climb into the 90s (~34). The coldest months are December, January, and February, with average temperatures in the 30s (~3), though lows may dip into the single digits on occasion.
š Directions
The White House is located in downtown Washington, DC, directly north of the Washington Monument. The park boundaries are between 17th and 15th Streets NW on the east and west and between Constitution Ave NW and H St NW on the north and south. The nearest Metro stations are Farragut North/South, McPherson Square, and Federal Triangle. The park visitor center is located at 15th St. & Pennsylvania Ave.
Images
The White House and South Lawn
Credit: NPS
Credit: NPS
Trombone Shorty performs at the National Christmas Tree Ceremony in 2015.
Credit: NPS/M. Reese
You can take a virtual tour inside the White House as well as view items on display from the White House collection in the visitor center.
Credit: White House Historical Association
The First Division Monument is one of several military and other monuments in President's Park.
Credit: NPS / Nathan King
Activities
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Operating Hours
Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Saturday, Aug 8
Sunny
High: 95.6Ā°F | Low: 71.8Ā°F
Humidity: 74%
Wind: 11.2 mph
Rain Chance: 66%
UV Index: 8.4
Sunrise: 06:15 AM
Sunset: 08:12 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (16%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 75.8Ā°F
Cloud Cover: 66%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, Aug 9
Sunny
High: 93.5Ā°F | Low: 70.7Ā°F
Humidity: 65%
Wind: 6.9 mph
Rain Chance: 5%
UV Index: 7
Sunrise: 06:16 AM
Sunset: 08:11 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (9%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 74.5Ā°F
Cloud Cover: 5%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Monday, Aug 10
Sunny
High: 96Ā°F | Low: 72.8Ā°F
Humidity: 60%
Wind: 8.7 mph
Rain Chance: 17%
UV Index: 7.4
Sunrise: 06:17 AM
Sunset: 08:09 PM
Moon: New Moon (4%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 75.3Ā°F
Cloud Cover: 17%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Park Alerts
Park Events
Ranger Talk: White House Technology
Join a ranger at the White House Visitor Center to learn about howĀ those inhabiting the White House made use of technology over the years. This program will last approximately 30 minutes, walk through our exhibits and conclude with a fun activity!
Location: White House Visitor Center 1450 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, DC 20230
Date: Mar 4, 2026 12:00am to Apr 29, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
The White House Easter Egg Roll
The White House Easter Egg Roll is a popular annual event hosted by the White House. The South Lawn of the White House is filled with exciting activities for the whole family, including storytime, games, live entertainment, and the traditional Easter Egg Roll.
The 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026.Ā Tickets are required for event entry. Tickets to the Easter Egg Roll are awarded using a lottery system. Please visit Recreation.gov toĀ enter the ticket lotteryĀ for the event. The lottery opens February 26, 2026 (12:00 PM ET) and closes March 4, 2026 (12:00 PM ET). Lottery results will be announced March 10, 2026.
Location: The White House South Lawn
Date: Apr 6, 2026 12:00am to Apr 6, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
White House Spring Garden Tours
This spring, the White House will open its historic gardens and grounds to visitors during the 2026 Spring Garden Tours. The grounds will be open Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the beauty of the South Lawn of the White House as well as the Rose Garden and the White House Kitchen Garden. Each spring, the gardens of Presidentās Park come into full bloom, offering vibrant color and a reflection of the natural beauty of the United States.
This event is free and open to the public. A ticket is required for all attendees, including small children.
The National Park Service will distribute free, timed tickets at a tent outside the White House Visitor Center each day of the tours beginning at 8:30 AM. The White House Visitor Center is located at 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20004, near the intersection of 15th Street and E Street Northwest.
Tickets will be distributedāone ticket per personāon a first-come, first-served basis.
Date: Apr 18, 2026 12:00am to Apr 18, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
White House Spring Garden Tours
This spring, the White House will open its historic gardens and grounds to visitors during the 2026 Spring Garden Tours. The grounds will be open Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the beauty of the South Lawn of the White House as well as the Rose Garden and the White House Kitchen Garden. Each spring, the gardens of Presidentās Park come into full bloom, offering vibrant color and a reflection of the natural beauty of the United States.
This event is free and open to the public.Ā A ticket is required for all attendees, including small children.
The National Park Service will distribute free, timed tickets at a tent outside the White House Visitor Center each day of the tours beginning at 8:30 AM. The White House Visitor Center is located at 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20004, near the intersection of 15th Street and E Street Northwest.
Tickets will be distributedāone ticket per personāon a first-come, first-served basis.
Date: Apr 19, 2026 12:00am to Apr 19, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Ranger Talk: First Ladies
From preserving the portrait of George Washington to throwing the most legendary parties, Dolley Madison was honored with the term "First Lady". Starting with the story of Dolley Madison, join a ranger at the White House Visitor Center in learning about the lives and legacies of First Ladies throughout American history.Ā
Date: Jul 7, 2026 12:00am to Sep 9, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Ranger Talk: White House Technology
Join a ranger at the White House Visitor Center to learn about howĀ those inhabiting the White House made use of technology over the years. This program will last approximately 30 minutes, walk through our exhibits and conclude with a fun activity!
Date: Jul 29, 2026 12:00am to Aug 20, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
š Physical Address:
1450 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20230
š¤ Mailing Address:
1849 C Street NW
Room 1426
Washington, DC 20240
š Voice Phone: 2022081631
š Fax Phone: 2022081643
āļø Email: presidents_park@nps.gov