The Pentagon, located just outside Washington, DC in Arlington, Va., is the headquarters for the United States Department of Defense. It is open for official tours through the Pentagon Tours program.
Under the purview of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs, hosts more than 106,000 visitors annually. Our tours dynamically highlight the respective missions of the five Armed Services, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the Joint Staff through a 60 minute presentation that includes a 1.49 mile walk through the building. Each tour includes the mission of the DOD and numerous military displays.
To take a guided tour of the Pentagon, you must make a reservation at least 14 days in advance through our website. Reservations are available 14 to 90 days in advance and tour schedules fill up quickly, so it is advisable to book your tour well in advance of your visit. Reservations will not be accepted for tour dates outside this 14 to 90 day window. Reservations will not be accepted for tour dates within 13 days or more than 90 days away.
Parking, security and accessibility
There is no public parking at The Pentagon. The Pentagon can be reached via its own dedicated Metro stop on the Blue and Yellow lines or you may choose to park at Pentagon City Mall and make the five-minute walk to the Pentagon via pedestrian tunnel. Once you’ve arrived, check in at the Pentagon Tours window near the Metro entrance.
Visitors must check-in at least 60 minutes prior to their scheduled tour to allow time for security. You will be asked to present your tour confirmation email and photo ID. All visitors will go through security scanners. All purses are subject to search. Large bags, including backpacks, shopping bags and camera bags are NOT permitted on the tour. Cell phone, cameras, recording devices and other electronic devices cannot be used on the tour and no photography is permitted inside the building.
For Additional Information Contact the Pentagon Tours Office
Pentagon Tours Office
Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense
Public Affairs
1400 Defense Pentagon
Washington, DC 20301-1400
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