While governmental maneuverings may be the mechanism driving Washington D.C. forward, the less-political visitor will find here expansive parks, a plethora of cultural sights and as assortment of landmark structures.
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing, also known as the U.S. Mint, is open for public tours to see how currency is made. The sheer quantity of money flying through the printing machines is incredible, literally hundred dollar bills stretching on for miles.
A tour at the mint is also quite informational as well entertaining. Learn the average lifespan of a dollar or a penny or different facts about the fine print on all the different notes. It pays to be early though, only a limited number of tours are given each day and all the tickets are usually gone by 10:00 am.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
9 am – 7 pm Monday-Friday, open year round.
Details
Additional Details:
Metro Stop: Smithsonian Station on the Blue and Orange lines.
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