WASHINGTON – This spring, the White House will open the grounds and gardens to visitors on Saturday, April 25 from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM EDT, and Sunday, April 26 from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM EDT. During this event, visitors can see the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden, the Rose Garden, the White House Kitchen Garden, and the South Lawn of the White House.
This event is free and open to the public; however, a ticket is required for all attendees (including small children). The National Park Service will distribute free, timed tickets at the Ellipse Visitor Pavilion located at 15th and E Street Northwest on each tour day beginning at 9:00 AM. Tickets will be distributed — one ticket per person — on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please note the following items are not allowed on the White House grounds:
- Aerosols of any kind
- Animals (except guide dogs)
- Backpacks (oversized)
- Balloons
- Food or beverages of any kind
- Duffle bags/suitcases
- Any pointed object
- Fireworks/firecrackers
- Insulated metal containers/water bottles/thermos
- Guns/stun guns/ammunition
- Knives of any kind
- Mace
- Tobacco
The U.S. Secret Service reserves the right to prohibit any other personal items. However, strollers, wheelchairs, umbrellas (no metal tips), and cameras are permitted. All items needed for medical purposes will be permitted on the tour (e.g. wheelchairs, electric scooters, glucose tablets, EpiPens, etc.). Please identify and explain all items needed for medical purposes to U.S. Secret Service upon arrival.
In the event of inclement weather, the event may be cancelled. Please call the 24-hour information line at (202) 456-7041 to check on the status of the Spring Garden Tours.
Guests are encouraged to use #WHGarden to share their experience.