Exploring Washington: A 5-Day Adventure

Kennete Morales

2 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Washington, D.C. Discover hidden gems, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the United States capital.

Trip to Washington

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$78

$ 28

Hyatt Place National Harbor

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

Directions

Upmarket hotel featuring river views, a restaurant/bar & a gym, plus a terrace that has a fire pit.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

23 - 28 min

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Sprawling 50-acre green space with conservatories, water elements, flowers & fruit trees.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

Urban oasis with hiking trails, tennis & golf, plus ranger-led wildlife programs.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Upmarket hotel featuring river views, a restaurant/bar & a gym, plus a terrace that has a fire pit.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$92

$ 33

Hyatt Place National Harbor

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

Upmarket hotel featuring river views, a restaurant/bar & a gym, plus a terrace that has a fire pit.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Founding Farmers is owned by the more than 40,000 family farmers of the NDFU, serving American inspired real food and drink.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

32 - 39 min

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Parthenon-inspired tribute to Abraham Lincoln with a 19-ft. marble statue, murals & reflecting pool.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Picnic tables, playground equipment & walking trails, plus year-round campgrounds.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Upmarket hotel featuring river views, a restaurant/bar & a gym, plus a terrace that has a fire pit.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$120

$ 17

Hyatt Place National Harbor

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

Directions

Upmarket hotel featuring river views, a restaurant/bar & a gym, plus a terrace that has a fire pit.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Oldest dining saloon in DC. Across from White House. American Fare. Largest selection of oysters in DC. Open daily-breakfast, lunch, dinner, late-night.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

5 - 8 min

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Landmark obelisk rising from the National Mall that honors America's first president.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Washington Monument plus memorials to Lincoln, MLK, FDR, WWII & Vietnam vets along a grassy mall.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

Oldest dining saloon in DC. Across from White House. American Fare. Largest selection of oysters in DC. Open daily-breakfast, lunch, dinner, late-night.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Upmarket hotel featuring river views, a restaurant/bar & a gym, plus a terrace that has a fire pit.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$86

$ 17

Hyatt Place National Harbor

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

Directions

Upmarket hotel featuring river views, a restaurant/bar & a gym, plus a terrace that has a fire pit.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

16 - 23 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

20 - 24 min

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Famous zoo housing thousands of animals, including giant pandas, plus free admission.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Tranquil grassy area featuring a promenade for walking & biking, plus scenic views & overlooks.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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We opened Pizzeria Paradiso so we could make the kind of pizza where the crust was the most important part. We started with a wood-burning oven. We also wanted our guests to feel like they were being treated to the comfort of home, so we placed the oven at the heart of the restaurant.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36