Located in Bedford, Virginia, USA - the community suffering the highest-known, per capita D-Day loss in the United States, the National D-Day Memorial teaches the lessons and legacy of D-Day and WWII. The National D-Day Memorial honors the Allied forces that participated in the invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944 during World War II. With its stylized English Garden, haunting invasion tableau, and striking Victory Plaza, the Memorial stands as a powerful permanent tribute to the valor, fidelity, and sacrifice of D-Day participants. Surrounded by the beautiful majestic Blue Ridge mountains, this makes for a solemn and respectful tribute for our fallen heroes. SUMMER GUIDED WALKING TOURS NOTICE:
Guided tours may be suspended due to extreme weather or temperatures, for the safety of guests and guides. Guided tours may sometimes not be offered due to volunteer availability. Please call 540-587-3619 to check guided tour availability before your visit. When available, tours are scheduled daily between 10 AM and 4 PM. Tours are approximately one hour and leave from the Gift Shop. For our visitors requiring mobility assistance, wheelchairs are provided at no charge. Please request a wheelchair at the ticket counter. As part of our safety protocol, the wheelchairs are wiped clean after each use. Patrons are not required to take the guided walking tour. With paid admission, visitors can stroll the grounds with the provided site map. The site map includes information on the architecture and the historical narrative of the Memorial. Guests may also download the Memorial’s free app for Apple and Android, to access the interactive tour feature. Visit our Self-Guided Tours page for more ways to explore the Memorial at your leisure. Additionally, the Memorial site will be cleared in the event of thunder or lightning.
