The White House & WH Visitor Center
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Description
The White House is the seat of the USA executive power, meaning it is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States. It was designed in neoclassical style by architect James Hoban at the end of the 18th century who modelled the building on the Leinster House in Dublin. It was subsequently expanded in the early 19th century and the West Wing was added at the turn of the 20th century. Besides the ground floor, there are 3 upper storeys and two in the basement. The Visitors Centre offers an interactive touchscreen tour of the White House and exhibits over 90 artifacts from the White House collection. There is also a 14-minute film, "White House: Reflections from within."
Access & Transport
The White House Visitor Center is located at 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW from where it is a short walk to take pictures of either the north or south facades of the White House. The closest metro stations are 'Federal Triangle' (Orange, Silver and Blue lines) and 'Metro Center' (Blue, Orange, Silver and Red lines).
Instructions & Recommendations
We suggest combining this activity with one of the nearby museums: African American History and Culture, American History or the National Portrait Gallery.
Environmental & Social
The Visitor Center has a low carbon footprint and a little educational content. Can't get our head around having a shop in there...
Conclusion
Seeing the White House is very much a tick-the-box exercise given how far you are standing (a different matter if you manage to attend a tour). The Visitor Center is a nice complement, though not a substitute at all; it is worth 30-45mins given the central location and proximity to the White House itself.
Key positive
Gorgeous White House lawns and facades
Key negative
Unfriendly security
Suitability
No restrictions
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
Updated in August 2023
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:1h
Monday07:30 - 16:00
Tuesday07:30 - 16:00
Wednesday07:30 - 16:00
Thursday07:30 - 16:00
Friday07:30 - 16:00
Saturday07:30 - 16:00
Sunday07:30 - 16:00