How to Get Holocaust Museum Tickets in Washington, DC
The US Holocaust Memorial Museum is free, but the Permanent Exhibition needs a free timed-entry ticket, booked online. It's open 10 am to 5:30 pm, and closed on Yom Kippur and Christmas Day. Book the 10 am slot to see the exhibition before school groups. *Daniel's Story* and special exhibitions don't need tickets.
- Entry
- Free
- Permanent Exhibition
- Free timed ticket required
- No ticket needed
- Daniel's Story, most special exhibitions
- Hours
- 10 am to 5:30 pm
- Closed
- Yom Kippur and Christmas Day
- Best time
- 10 am on a weekday
- Time to allow
- 2-3 hours
How busy is the Holocaust Museum?
Spring is the busiest season, with many school groups. The Permanent Exhibition has a set route through three floors, so it can feel crowded in narrow sections from late morning. It's recommended for ages 11 and up.
Before you go, check how busy the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is likely to be. BeatTheCrowd shows the live crowd level and an hourly forecast for any date, adjusted for US holidays, school trips and weather.
Check today’s crowds at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum →Best (and worst) times to go
- 10 am entry: calmest time in the exhibition.
- Weekday afternoons in autumn and winter: quieter.
- Worst: late mornings in spring.
Our hourly forecast for the Holocaust Museum shows how busy each hour is expected to be on your date.
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