Old Post Office in Washington DC

Old Post Office (Washington, D.C.)

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The Old Post Office Tower is a federally protected site offering picturesque views of the nation’s capital. From the 270-foot observation deck visitors are … See more

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May 7, 2024
The views from the top of the Old Post Office Pavilion were fantastic! It was easy to get to and easy to get up. It's a great way to see the DC Metro Area in all its glory. If you happen to be in the… Full review by JayBlue3
Apr 15, 2024
Great place to easily get descent views of the city. The views aren't as good as the Washington Monument, but it's much easier to get to the top. Full review by tannerinasia
Apr 1, 2024
This the tower at the Waldorf Astoria with a kind of hidden entrance off to the side street and down some steps. They lead u to an elevator ( no waiting) and it goes to a bell tower with awesome view… Full review by TiaK286
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The Old Post Office, listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Old Post Office and Clock Tower and located at 1100 P…
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Questions & answers

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Is there an elevator or is it only stairs?
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Elevators!
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Do you need to get tickets to go up the Bell tower?
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No tickets are required . Just show up
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I know the tower is still open. However, what about the food court that used to be in the building? We are bringing a …
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I know the tower is still open. However, what about the food court that used to be in the building? We are bringing a group of 60 Scouts and the food court used to offer a great group dining coupon for lunch. If that's not available, do you have any other suggestions in the area? Thanks for your insight.
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instead make your way to the Ronald Reagan Building where there is a great food court often used by school groups. You will have to go through metal detector to get in but not onorous.
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Last year in May the NPS website said the Old Post Office was open every day, but it was closed Monday-Wednesday. …
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Last year in May the NPS website said the Old Post Office was open every day, but it was closed Monday-Wednesday. The NPS again this year says open every day and I wondered if this was indeed true
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We were there on a Saturday, so I don't know. However, the building - which is not considered a part of Trump Tower - is administered by the NPS as you mentioned, so you might …
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We were there on a Saturday, so I don't know. However, the building - which is not considered a part of Trump Tower - is administered by the NPS as you mentioned, so you might try calling their office at (202) 426-6841 Unfortunately, tripadvisor doesn't allow contact information (at the same time saying in their posting guidelines to contact the place directly) - which, of course, you can't do because I am not allowed to tell you who to contact.
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Answer by Perry S · Apr 24, 2018
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How high is the top *accesible* floor of the building?
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I don't know how high in feet you may find this out elsewhere but you are right at the top above the Bell, probably 10 floors up.
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What is the cost for visiting?
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There is no cost associated with visiting any of the sites within National Mall and Memorial Parks.
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