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Memorial
Getting to Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial by metro is convenient, though you'll need comfortable shoes for the walk. Here's how:
Board the metro line
Look for trains heading towards . Check the display boards for confirmation.
Get off at
The station is well-marked. Use the main exit towards the street level.
Walk to Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
About 15 minutes on foot. Save the Google Maps directions before you start.
Local Tip
Exit Smithsonian station, walk west to the Tidal Basin
Dedicated in 2011, first memorial on the National Mall to honor an African American
Getting here is straightforward thanks to the metro line. station puts you within walking distance, and the 15-minute walk is easy enough for most visitors.