Lafayette Square

2537 reviews

Pennsylvania Ave NW &, 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

+12026196344

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Lafayette Square is a Park located at Pennsylvania Ave NW &, 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20001. It has received 2537 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars.

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Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Lafayette Square: Pennsylvania Ave NW &, 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

  • Lafayette Square has 4.5 stars from 2537 reviews

  • Park

  • "Pleasant square with phenomenal views of the White House"

    "While this park is typically a spectical, do not let our democratic voices distract you from taking enduring pics"

    "September 12, 2023 is the date I visited the Lafayette Square"

    "If you are going to Washington DC and want to see the White House you really cannot avoid Lafayette Square"

    "Large spacious park sitting in front of the White House"

Reviews

  • Nice Henners

Pleasant square with phenomenal views of the White House. The square is named after Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette. A French aristocrat and military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War, commanding American troops in several battles, including the Siege of Yorktown.

  • Stephen JW Steele

While this park is typically a spectical, do not let our democratic voices distract you from taking enduring pics. There are three things you might like. Head just above the statue of the horseman and President Andrew Jackson and now facing

  • adele kubel

September 12, 2023 is the date I visited the Lafayette Square. The square had weeds, overgrown bushes and dangerous sidewalk bricks in need of repair. The lack of concern for this historical park, practically in the front yard of the White

  • Perks Advisor

If you are going to Washington DC and want to see the White House you really cannot avoid Lafayette Square. It is a large square filled with tourists, many Secret Service police and protestors of all types. There are statues in the Square

  • Alfredo Ramirez

Large spacious park sitting in front of the White House. It’s a must visit spot in DC to not only see where the president lived, but to experience centuries of history in this renowned square. Absolutely gorgeous in the spring and winter

  • Mina Louis

Best place to get some white house pictures, very lively place with lots of people from all over the world, and occasionally some people holding banners for political causes from all over the world.

  • Authoress ReBe

This experience was the highlight of our trip outside of my best friend's graduation from Strayer University. It was truly a humbling moment as well as an educational one for the children More

  • Terra Kurnia

Very safe and enliven democracy for American. The law enforcement officers, specially Policemen are super friendly and professional in what they do. Thank you for keeping kur country safe!

  • Yevgeny Krymov

Small but lovely park with amazing statues that emit the sense of glory and greatness of the American Republic. Other than regular protesters, you will see many squirrels, gees, etc.

  • G Aquino

Probably the best place to get a good view of the White House. Statues of prominent men are worth checking out, otherwise the park looks just like a typical urban park.

  • Josh Harris

Clean, beautiful, make sure your ready to walk a lot. Hilly terrain but worth it. There is a tour you can pay extra for if your not up for the walk.

  • Md Nafiul Alam Nipu

This is closest point from where you can see the white house. Things to keep in mind, traffic , parking are a mess in DC. So plan ahead your visit.

  • Joann Creekmore

Nice park in front of the White House. They do provide several bench's which is nice. No bathrooms however and not a trash can in site.

  • Samik Chakraborty

Good park with a grand view of the white house. Nothing else is there. It's really difficult to get any parking around the park. More

  • Sylvia Lin

Nice park right across the White House. Good photo spot with the White House without the black bars in the photo.

  • Isabelle Tran

Small park in front of the White House. Took photos of the White House here as we were not allowed to go closer.

  • Jason Lee

Come here for a good view of the White House! This is nearer compared to the other side of the White House.

  • Rassul Kassymbekov

Very calm space to meditate or morning running. And of course beautiful view on the white house backyard.

  • Mingsheng He

The food is delicious, real butter biscuits, healthy ingredients, warm environment, and friendly service.

  • Jan Smith

Lovely park with great photo view of the White House, plenty of magnificent statues, paths, and bemches

  • Chelsea Kallina

Great views on the front side of the White House and can see the Washington Monument in the distance.

  • E

I was here in 2013! In front of this square is the emblematic White House, good spot for taking

  • Stephens Basement

Beautiful park with great views of the White House. Very well maintained with beautiful flowers

  • Rajeev S

You get closer looks at white house from here... you can sit and chill in the park benches..

  • Sriram Y

nice clean park with lots of unique statues. great views of the White House

  • Vasantha Raj

Only a portion of white house is seen from this side. Heavy security area.

  • Agustin Sandoval

Had a great visit to the area and very cool statues to observe

  • Khawar bajwa

Beautiful capital building and state house ❤️ …

  • Sunny D

Great view of the WH withut getting into any protests.

  • Alicia Jacobson

Better view outside of park than at the fence.

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