Richie Pawlowski

Probably the best monument in DC considering the Korean War monument is right next door as well. The Lincoln statue itself is just.... spectacular. The detail.is amazing. It's open all night and generally well crowded into the late hrs of the evening and safe.. strength in numbers. Be sure to sit on the steps and stare off at the reflection pool and Washington monument in the distance which is especially cool at night when everything is lit. Also take a walk underneath to read about the history behind the statue and how it was constructed.

After I'd suggest walking the shirt distance to the Korean War memorial and WWII memorial since they're both within minutes on foot.