National Park Service site
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial is a National Park Service site in Virginia. The NPS currently lists 1 active alert (1 closure), 0 campgrounds and 0 visitor centers, and no entrance fee.
Virginia No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
“Arlington House is the nation’s memorial to Robert E. Lee. It honors him for specific reasons, including his role in promoting peace and reunion after the Civil War.”
Active alerts
1
Closures
1
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
0
1 active NPS alert as of Oct 28, 2026: 1 closure, 0 danger, 0 caution and 0 information.
Closure
Due to HVAC system issues, Arlington House may close to visitors when interior temperatures reach 85°F. Temporary closures may occur with little notice to protect the safety and comfort of visitors and staff.
Posted or updated Jun 30, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.Parking or transportation fees may apply.
From the National Mall and Memorial Parks to the Mount Vernon Trail, travel the Blue Line to see what the southern portion of Washington, DC has to offer.
1-2 Days Year-round Fee applies Pets allowed
Take a tour or walk the grounds of Arlington House to learn how it has served as a family home, a military headquarters, a national cemetery, and much more.
30-180 Minutes Year-round Fee applies
Activities the NPS lists for Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial.
Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingMuseum Exhibits
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Arlington House and grounds, the museum, and the Enslaved People's Quarters-North and the Enslaved People's Quarters-South are open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Thursday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Friday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Saturday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
Weather: Summers at Arlington House are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms.
No visitor centers are listed for this site in the NPS data.
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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