White House public tours in DC resume, First lady Melania Trump announces
As the Trump administration transitioned back into the White House, public tours were put on a pause.
Now, The Office of First Lady Melania Trump has announced the tours will resume, starting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, as the first lady and President Donald Trump have returned to the White House.
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“The President and I are excited to reopen the White House to those interested in the extraordinary story of this iconic and beautiful landmark,” said Melania Trump in a press release.
The Office of First Lady Melania Trump announces White House tours will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 25. (White House)
“There is much to learn about the American Presidency, the First Families who have lived here, and our Nation’s rich history from a firsthand experience at the White House,” she also said.
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The White House is photographed from Lafayette Park in Washington, D.C. With the first lady and President Trump now back in the White House, the reopening of public tours was announced on Feb. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick)
“This opportunity is unique among nations around the globe — a tradition we are honored to continue for the hundreds of thousands of visitors who come each year,” the first lady also said.
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“This opportunity is unique among nations around the globe — a tradition we are honored to continue for the hundreds of thousands of visitors who come each year,” said first lady Melania Trump. (The White House)
Public tour requests must be submitted through a Member of Congress, according to the National Park Services (NPS).
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While NPS does not schedule White House tours, it advises submitting tour requests up to three months in advance and no less than 21 days in advance.
Visitors can request White House tours through their Member of Congress. (SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images)
Tours are self-guided and typically last 45 minutes.
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They will generally be available from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Tuesday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (excluding federal holidays or unless otherwise noted).
White House tours in Washington, D.C., typically last 45 minutes. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
When possible, public tour hours will be extended based on the official White House schedule.