Lincoln Memorial vs The White House: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Lincoln Memorial first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 88 against 88 for The White House, and it has 226 ranked ways to see it versus 202. With a full day in Washington DC, pair them: plan The White House in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Lincoln Memorial | The White House | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 226 | 202 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 91 | 91 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 88 | 88 |
| Cheapest experience | $54 | $54 |
| Average time needed | 4h | 3.9h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | No |
Best ways to see Lincoln Memorial
- 1. Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour
Outty Ranking 91 · from $70 · 2.5h
- 2. Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Outty Ranking 90 · from $99 · 4h
- 3. Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions
Outty Ranking 89 · from $99 · 3h
- 4. Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + boat cruise
Outty Ranking 89 · from $79 · 6h
- 5. DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available
Outty Ranking 89 · from $58 · 3h
Best ways to see The White House
- 1. Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour
Outty Ranking 91 · from $70 · 2.5h
- 2. Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Outty Ranking 90 · from $99 · 4h
- 3. Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions
Outty Ranking 89 · from $99 · 3h
- 4. Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + boat cruise
Outty Ranking 89 · from $79 · 6h
- 5. DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available
Outty Ranking 89 · from $58 · 3h
Frequently asked questions
Lincoln Memorial or The White House: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Lincoln Memorial first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 88 against 88 for The White House, and it has 226 ranked ways to see it versus 202. With a full day in Washington DC, pair them: plan The White House in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Lincoln Memorial or The White House?
Ranked experiences at Lincoln Memorial start from $54 and at The White House from $54 per person.
How long do you need at Lincoln Memorial and The White House?
Experiences at Lincoln Memorial run 4 hours on average and at The White House 3.9 hours, so both fit in one day in Washington DC with a break in between.
Can you do Lincoln Memorial and The White House on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Lincoln Memorial options and 100% of The White House options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Lincoln Memorial: Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour (Outty Ranking 91, from $70). For The White House: Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour (Outty Ranking 91, from $70).
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