Madame Tussauds DC, Washington D.C.

Name: Madame Tussauds DC
Address: 1001 F St NW, Washington D.C., 20004-1412, United States
Telephone: +1 202-942-7300

#105 among attractions in Washington D.C.

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Madame Tussauds Washington D.C. was a wax museum located in Washington D.C. the capital city of the United States. The attraction opened in October 2007 and became the 12th Madame Tussauds venue worldwide. and features wax sculptures of famous figures from politics, culture, sports, music and television. In comparison to other Madame Tussauds venues, the venue features more waxworks of political figures, with sculptures of all 45 U.S. presidents displayed. ()

Coordinates: 38°53'51"N, 77°1'34"W

Address

1001 F St NWNorthwest Washington (Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown)Washington D.C. 20004-1412 United States

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+1 202-942-7300

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Day trips

Madame Tussauds DC – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian American Art Museum, International Spy Museum, National Museum of Crime and Punishment.

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Church
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Theater
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Madame Tussauds DC open?

Madame Tussauds DC is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Madame Tussauds DC?

Nearby attractions include St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), Petersen House, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), Ford's Theatre, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), McLachlen Building, Washington D.C. (2 min walk).

How to get to Madame Tussauds DC by public transport?

The nearest stations to Madame Tussauds DC:

Metro

Metro Center • Lines: Bl, Or, Rd, Sv (4 min walk)
Gallery Place • Lines: Gr, Rd, Yl (6 min walk)

Train

L'Enfant (23 min walk)
U.S. Capitol (28 min walk)

Bus

19th St & F St Northwest (24 min walk)
MTA Bus Stop • Lines: 305, 315 (26 min walk)

Tram

Union Station • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (31 min walk)