Plan Your Visit

Your visit to The White House and President's Park will be a truly unique national park experience. As you stroll along historic Pennsylvania Avenue you may witness our First Amendment freedoms in action through an organized protest. While posing for a photo on the south side of the White House you may be surprised to see the president's helicopter, Marine One land on the South Lawn. If you plan in advance, you may even walk through the same rooms as our presidents on the White House tour.

Where to begin? Get Basic Information, and find Things to Do to help you make the most of your visit to the park.

 

What to see

• 

  Plan ahead

  How to Tour the White House

  Tours must be scheduled through your Congressman or embassy.

• 

  Exhibits & Information

  White House Visitor Center

  Exhibits and artifacts tell the story of the White House as a symbol, stage, and home.

• 

  Walking routes

  Explore President's Park

  Explore 82 acres of park lands surrounding the White House, home to statues, gardens, and memorials.

 

Special events

• 

  Special event

  White House Easter Egg Roll

  A tradition that dates back to 1878, the Easter Egg Roll is the largest event held at the White House today. Tickets are required.

• 

  Special event

  National Christmas Tree Lighting

  Enjoy music and festivities at this annual celebration! Tickets are required.

• 

  Special event

  White House Garden Tour

  Explore the gardens on the South Lawn and uncover the White House's history on the Spring and Fall Garden Tours. Tickets are required.