The White House Christmas Tour: Access to the Christmas doors decorated by Melania Trump in 2025

How to Gain Access to the December Tour

To participate in the White House Christmas Tours during December 2025, it is essential to follow the established application protocol. Visitors must contact their U.S. Congressional representative using one of the two available options: call the Capitol switchboard at 202-224-3121 (TTY line: 202-225-1904) or visit the congress.gov/members website to locate their legislative member.

U.S. citizens must submit their requests between 7 and 90 days prior to the desired date, while international visitors will need to coordinate their access through their embassy in Washington D.C. Once the request is approved, they will receive confirmation and details about the date and time of entry.

The Decorated Christmas Doors and Their Transformation in 2025

Starting December 2nd, the White House — also known as the People’s House — will keep its decorated Christmas doors open under the artistic direction of First Lady Melania Trump. President Donald J. Trump and the First Lady welcomed all visitors wishing to tour this iconic building during the holiday season.

The White House Christmas decorations reflect careful design and selection, with each room featuring strategically chosen ornaments. Among the highlights this year are 75 wreaths with red bows, 51 Christmas trees, over 700 feet of garlands (213 meters), more than 2,000 strands of lights, over 25,000 feet of ribbon (7620 meters), and 2,800 gold stars.

Changes to the Tour: New Routes and Access Points

Visits had been suspended for three months following presidential orders that authorized the construction of a ballroom. This resulted in the elimination of the East Wing, significantly altering the Christmas tour experience.

Currently, the tour begins and ends at the North Portico of the White House, with stops at the Blue Room, Green Room, Red Room, and State Dining Room. Areas such as the East Wing and basement rooms (including the Map Room), which were traditionally visited, are no longer part of public access during these dates.

For entry control, the White House installed a semi-permanent structure in the North Garden, allowing orderly access for guests.

Practical Information for Planning Your Visit

The Christmas tours generally run from Tuesday to Saturday and last approximately 45 minutes, though this is subject to the official event schedule. The building’s location is 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington D.C.

To gain access, you must present a valid government-issued ID and passport if you are a foreign visitor. Registration must be completed on the date and time specified by the administration. It is important to note that the White House reserves the right to cancel or reschedule visits due to adverse weather conditions or official events, even after initial confirmation.