Chantilly, Virginia

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (National Air and Space Museum)

This huge hangar near Washington Dulles International Airport holds thousands of aviation and space artifacts, including the Space Shuttle Discovery.

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The story

Science, Industry & Innovation

Why it matters

This huge hangar near Washington Dulles International Airport holds thousands of aviation and space artifacts, including the Space Shuttle Discovery.

Why it may matter to you

A good stop if you arrive or depart through Dulles Airport with a few hours to spare.

The fuller story

Some aircraft here were used in war, including the Enola Gay, which dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima; its display has been the subject of public debate.

Plan your visit

Hours, prices, reservations, and closures change. Check the official visitor website.

Time to allow: 2–3 hours (our estimate)
Setting: Mostly indoor
Tickets and reservations: Admission is free; there is a fee to park. Check the official visitor website.
Confirmed on the operator's site on October 31, 2026: The Smithsonian lists free admission at its Washington-area museums.
Getting there: Far from downtown D.C.; driving is easiest, and there is a parking fee.
With family: Great for children; lots of walking inside the hangars.
Seasons and weather: Year-round indoor visit.
Accessibility: See the operator's website for accessibility information.

Times are estimates and distances are straight-line. Citizen Navigator is an independent educational resource. Visitor access and conditions change. Confirm current details with the destination's official operator.