The White House is known throughout the world as the residence of the President of the United States and one of the most identifiable symbols of democracy. Built as the official residence of America's presidents between 1792 and 1800, the stately mansion boasts 132 rooms and has been the home of every American leader since President John Adams. Divided into east and west wings, The West Wing is known as being the place of business for the president and is the location of the Oval Office. While the East Wing is more identified with the First Lady and is the location of her office and that of her staff. The second and third floors are the location of the First Family's private living space and the famed Lincoln Bedroom. To learn more about America's most famous residence and one of Washington, DC's most beloved attractions, visit www.whitehouse.gov.
Hotel Near the White House -
The perfect hotel for visiting the White House, the Melrose Hotel is less than one mile from America's most famous residence and offers guests an incomparable blend of traditional style and contemporary comfort. Guests of the Washington, DC hotel enjoy fine American Cuisine at Landmark Restaurant, relaxing with a cocktail at the Library Bar, elegant meeting facilities and grand ballroom, executive business center, high-speed internet access, dry cleaning services, multi-lingual staff, 24-hour room service, valet parking and well-equipped fitness center.
White House History & Interesting Facts -
Known throughout history as "the President's House," "the Executive Mansion" and "the President's Palace," the White House is nothing if not splendid with 6 levels, 132 rooms, 28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 35 bathrooms. There are also 412 doors, 147 windows, and 3 elevators. Home to history, the White House has been known as "the White House" since 1901, when President Theodore Roosevelt officially gave the Residence its moniker. Today, the White House has five full-time chefs, who serve state dinners and events for up to 1,000 guests. There are also an amazing number of facilities at the White House, which include a swimming pool, tennis court, movie theater, jogging track, and bowling lane. To learn more about the White House and its history, visit www.whitehouse.gov/about/history
White House Tours -
Even though there is no admission charge to tour the White House, plan well in advance for White House tours because of the special permissions required. For American citizens, you must obtain special permission from a member of Congress. If you are not an American citizen, you must submit your tour request to your country's Washington, DC embassy for assistance in the process. Public tours of the White House are held only on certain days of the week and requests to tour must be made no less than 21 days ahead of your visit. Submissions to tour the White House will be accepted up to six months in advance, and it is highly encouraged that requests be submitted as early as possible, spaces are always limited. To learn more about touring the White House, visit www.whitehouse.gov/about/tours-and-events.
