Live event tickets do not include entry to the museum unless stated. Automatic doors are on the 17th Street side. Stand in awe of the iconic landscape of D. An included guidebook helps you make the most of your time in the city. Please call the National Geographic Ticket Office at 202-857-7700 at least two weeks prior to your visit to request sign language interpretation, captioning, or hearing assistance devices. Visitors get to know the work of National Geographic conservationists, photographers, and scientists through engaging, dynamic exhibitions featuring everything from iconic photography and world-famous artifacts to interactive learning stations and behind-the-scenes stories. You must show proof of purchase to access the garage.
Exhibitions tell the stories of explorers, conservationists, scientists, and other globe-trotting adventurers and include a range of highlights, from iconic photographs to ancient relics. Its permanent and temporary exhibitions showcase photographs, artifacts, and films and also include interactive elements. Please exhibitions page or call the Ticket Office for up-to-date information at 202-857-7700. To travel by metro, take the Red Line to the Farragut North station, or take the Blue, Silver, or Orange Line to the Farragut West station. Captions are available for all video presented in our exhibitions.
Great for all ages, the museum features a variety of changing exhibitions, from interactive experiences to stunning photography. Please call the National Geographic Ticket Office at 202-857-7700 at least two weeks prior to your visit to request sign language interpretation, captioning, or hearing assistance devices. Memorial, and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. For National Geographic Live events we will issue a refund only if the federal government is closed and our shows are canceled for that day. The Museum is open daily from 10:00 a. Each person is different, but we recommend taking at least two hours to fully enjoy all the exhibitions.
Select a 1- or 2-day pass, for access to three separate routes and get to know the city in custom fashion, with live and recorded narration. Visit for tickets and more information. Call 202-857-7700 to inquire whether the facility is open or closed. Examine artifacts like the camera Robert Peary used at the North Pole and pots recovered from a shipwreck by Jacques-Yves Cousteau. The museum can also be reached by dozens of bus lines and is accessible by car, by bike, or on foot.
For information about events outside of D. Peruse the exhibits and displays celebrating one of the world's finest magazines at your leisure; most travelers spend between one and four hours there. Public Transportation National Geographic is committed to promoting the use of sustainable transportation as a way to reduce local traffic congestion and air pollution. Your general admission ticket to the museum allows access to all exhibitions currently on view. The National Geographic Society has a café and cafeteria located in our M Street building. Using stunning photography, stories from National Geographic Explorers, and cutting-edge technology, the National Geographic Museum is a perfect destination for all ages. Parking Parking is not available for museum or 3D film ticket holders.
Bikes The League of American Bicyclists has named National Geographic a silver Bicycle Friendly Business. Exhibitions at the National Geographic Museum showcase bold people and transformative ideas in the fields of exploration, scientific research, storytelling, and education. Go on expedition alongside our scientists, adventurers, and storytellers to discover where we've been and how much further we plan to go. Our live events feature transformative leaders in the fields of science, exploration, and storytelling who are making groundbreaking discoveries to further our understanding of the planet. With a wide range of changing exhibitions, the National Geographic Museum is a perfect destination for all ages. Located just a short walk from many other major city landmarks, including the White House, the museum is an accessible destination that can be explored during a sightseeing day out around town.
Good for 30 days after your first use, this multi-attraction pass provides entry to your choice of three attractions or activities at one price. If the recording does not mention a closing, National Geographic is open. Our photography policy varies depending on our current exhibitions. For a quieter experience, we recommend visiting the museum between Tuesday and Thursday, or any weekday from January to March. Get unmatched insights and history and spend the day walking through the pages of a real life history book.
National Geographic hosts world-class exhibitions and exclusive events year-round at our campus in Washington, D. Wheelchairs are available at the ticket desk on a first-come, first-serve basis. With ticket in hand, you'll be able to skip the ticket-buying line and get to exploring sooner. When turning at the corner of 16th Street and M Street onto M Street, the entrance to underground parking is immediately on the left. Both are closed Saturdays and Sundays.