Museum Maps

Washington, D.C., area museums and zoo

Map of the National Mall showing location of museums — Map showing Smithsonian museums located around the perimeter of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., from 3rd to 15th Streets between Constitution and Independence Avenues, approximately 1 mile (1.6 km). Four additional Smithsonian museums are located within a mile and a half (2.4 km) of the National Mall, and three other Smithsonian museums are in surrounding neighborhoods accessible by public transportation.

Maps

Map for Smithsonian Museums in the Washington, D.C., Area (PDF) with Metro subway stops and non-Smithsonian landmarks.
Accessibility Map for Museums on and Near the National Mall (PDF) with accessible entrances, parking, and more.

Museum Guides

On the National Mall
Near the National Mall
Elsewhere in D.C. and Virginia
New York City

Pocket Guide

The Smithsonian Pocket Guide (PDF) is a map-sized Smithsonian-wide visitor guide that folds down to fit in your pocket. It is available at Washington, D.C., area information/welcome desks in English and Spanish. It is also available at the desks in braille and large-print format (English). Current as of 2023.

Print-friendly versions:

English Smithsonian Digital Guide (PDF)
English Smithsonian Large-Print Guide (PDF)
Spanish Smithsonian Digital Guide (PDF)