Timed Entry

You are reserving free passes for the National Air and Space Museum Washington, DC location. 

Reserved passes are NOT needed at the Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA. 

The National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC is open every day except December 25 from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. Free timed-entry passes are required to visit. Entry times are hourly from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. More information can be found at the Museum's FAQ. Sometimes additional passes become available; if you do not initially find passes for the day you would like to visit, check back on our website.

Same-day passes are released beginning at 8:30 am each morning via this webpage.
Same-day passes often book very quickly. 

Important Conditions: The Museum's timed entry pass system is for visitors’ personal use only, and only valid for the date and time on the pass. Passes may not be sold or transferred. Violate these conditions will result in cancellation.

Personal Belongings
We encourage you to limit the number of personal belongings and bags you bring into our facilities, which will increase your speed through security check points. Please note that we do not offer coat or bag storage.

Many items are prohibited at all Smithsonian museums
Do not bring sharp items such as knives (including pocket or "Swiss Army" style knives), screwdrivers, scissors, wallet tools, etc. Other items not permitted include firearms, pepper spray, and Mace.

Entry
Entry is on Independence Avenue SW, through Sunday, July 27. Starting Monday, July 28 entry will be on Jefferson Drive, SW (National Mall side of the building). Expect and plan for a queue for entry. To prevent excess time queuing in warm, cold, or inclement weather, do not arrive earlier than the time on your pass. See more at Visiting Tips.

Food at the Museum
At this time, the Mars Café, located on the lower level, will be open 10:00 am - 5:00 pm with a full espresso bar and serving salads and sandwiches. Outside food is not permitted in the building. You may bring a refillable water bottle.

Accessibility Information 

• Accessible drop off is along Independence Avenue SW, through Sunday, July 27. Starting Monday, July 28 accessible drop off will be on Jefferson Drive, SW (National Mall side of the building). Accessible entry is available via ramps both to the east and west of the vestibule. See additional information on accessibility here.
• Companions: Personal care attendants accompanying a visitor must have a free timed-entry pass.
• Service animals are welcome. Service animals, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, are dogs trained to do work or perform specific tasks for a visitor with a disability.

For additional information: Museum FAQ.