According to the National Park Service, fireworks on the National Mall are set to begin at 9 p.m. local time on July 4. The park service provided a map of the National Mall that shows the various access points to watch the fireworks, as well as restrooms and food service, among others.

With wide-open views of the Potomac and a festive boardwalk, this is a go-to alternative to watching the National Mall show across the water. How to get around D.C. on July 4 If you're planning to head downtown,

Fireworks display will be launched along the East River in Manhattan, between Pier 17 and the Downtown Manhattan Heliport. It is scheduled to begin at app