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Museum · Washington (D.C.), Washington (D.C.)
Museu Nacional do Ar e do Espaço
Museum on the Washington (D.C.) itinerary: The National Air and Space Museum sits on the south side of the National Mall and brings together aircraft, space objects and exhibitions on the history of flight
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About Museu Nacional do Ar e do Espaço
The National Air and Space Museum sits on the south side of the National Mall and brings together aircraft, space objects and exhibitions on the history of flight. The collection allows comparison of the size and technology of equipment from different eras.
The galleries cover aviation, space exploration and ways of navigating above the earth’s surface. The visit works for adults and children who like machines, but there is enough content so the visit isn’t just a quick pass between famous pieces.
The Mall location is different from the exhibition center near Dulles. Check whether a timed-entry pass is required and choose the location before you leave: traveling between the two requires a separate trip outside the central circuit.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
2 to 4 hours.
Best time
To visit the National Air and Space Museum, prefer the morning so you can start the route without compressing the subsequent stages.
How to get there
L’Enfant Plaza or Smithsonian metro to the National Mall location.
Tip
Make sure you have a pass for the correct location; the Dulles building is far from the Mall.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Museu Nacional do Ar e do Espaço
Is the Mall museum the same as the Dulles one?
No. They are separate units, located far apart.
Does free admission exempt you from needing a pass?
The museum may require an access pass even if admission is free.
How much time to set aside for the National Air and Space Museum?
For the National Air and Space Museum, allow 2 to 4 hours.