Page last update: 13 May 2025
How many people visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial each year?
Over 4 million people visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial each year. It is one of the most visited war memorials in the USA, along the World War II Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Visits in recent years:
- 4,344,305 visitors in 2024 (record visitation)
- 3,841,633 visitors in 2019 (pre-pandemic)
- 1,363,714 visitors in 2020 (64.5% drop YoY)
How much do visitors spend on the Korean War Veterans Memorial each year?
Visitors contribute over $100 million per year to the local economy through spending on accommodation and related activities.
- $117.36 million in 2023
- $112.21 million in 2022
- $74.04 million in 2019 (pre-pandemic)
Korean War Veterans Memorial Visitation in 2025
769,380 people visited the Korean War Veteran Memorial from January to March 2025.
| Month | Recreational Visit |
| Jan | 135.33 K |
| Feb | 155.20 K |
| Mar | 478.85 K |
How many people visited the Korean War Veterans Memorial in 2024?
- In 2024, 4,344,305 people visited the Korean War Veterans Memorial. This was a 5.1% increase compared to 2023 and exceeded the pre-pandemic visitation level in 2019 by 13.1%.
How many people visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial per day?
- On average, approximately 11,900 visitors came to the Korean War Veterans Memorial daily, based on 2024 data.
How much does it cost to visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial?
- Visiting the Korean War Veterans Memorial is free of charge, as it is part of the National Mall and Memorial Parks.
When is the peak season of the Korean War Veterans Memorial?
- The peak season for the Korean War Veterans Memorial is in the Spring. Peak months are: March, April, May and June, while another increase happens in October.
When is the best time to visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial?
The best time to visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial is in Spring (March-May) but expect high visitation.
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Korean War Veterans Memorial Facts
- The memorial was dedicated on July 27, 1995 and it honors the 5.8 million Americans who served in the Korean War.
- The Wall of Remembrance was added in 2022, listing over 36,000 American service members who lost their lives.
- The National Park Service maintains the memorial.
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References
NPS: National Park Visitation Statistics