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Old Post Office Tower
Scenic Lookout and Historic and Protected Site
Federal Triangle, Washington
"Great views of the Monument and Capitol Building!"(3 Tips)
"Free! Great way to see the city."(2 Tips)
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Mary DelafieldNovember 13, 2012The views from the bell tower are worth a visit! Can see all of the monuments from up high and get a view of the Capitol that is stunning!
Upvoted Feb 3
Social News NetworkAugust 11, 2013Since the 2011 earthquake closed the Washington Monument, the 315 ft Old Post Office Bell Tower is the highest viewpoint open to the public to get a 360 view of the city. Admission is free.Upvoted Feb 4
BreeApril 29, 2018Awesome view and not crowded as it’s a hidden secret. Enter next to Starbucks on outside of Trump hotel.
uncapdFebruary 16, 2014Building is being purchased, and the visitor's center run by the NPS will be rennovates and enlarged. We basically had an elevator operator. Will come back!
Shawn BernardMarch 28, 2023Quaint free experience. I sadly felt there was a bit of Trump propaganda but that may because I don’t like him.
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Old Post Office Tower
1100 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20004
United States
Washington, D.C. 20004
United States
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"Information warehouse for the curious mind. Highly recommend as a family outing place. Kids love it."
Aniruddha Mandke - 9.2
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John (aka “PHATFoodFan”) - 9.4
"One of the must-see site. Couples, groups, or family it is a good place to hang out. And in spring, blossoms are beautiful."
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