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Washington Adventure: 5 Days of Exploring the Capital

Ana Maria Buchheim

Ana Maria Buchheim

15 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey through the heart of Washington, D.C. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the capital city.

Trip to Washington

Day 1
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$124

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$ 66

Arlington Fully Furnished Apartments in Crystal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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ARTECHOUSE DC
Art & technology space with rotating immersive installations, plus a futuristic cocktail bar.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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The White House
Landmark, historic home & office of the United States president, with tours for visitors.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum
Museum branch showcasing handicrafts, textiles & decorative arts by contemporary national artists.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Shake Shack
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$72
11 - 14 min

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The Pentagon
Immense, five-sided headquarters of the United States Defense Department, featuring guided tours.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Tacos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$124

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$ 55

Arlington Fully Furnished Apartments in Crystal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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United States Botanic Garden
Sprawling grounds featuring exotic flora plus conservatory, rare plants gallery & butterfly garden.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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United States Capitol
Iconic, domed classical building housing the U.S. Senate & House of Representatives, open for tours.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Oyamel
Authentic Mexican ingredients and techniques taken to a level of creativity that you won't expect.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
9 - 11 min

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National Gallery of Art – Sculpture Garden
Set amid the Sculpture Garden, this outdoor ice skating rink offers a cafe for light fare & drinks.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Columned rotunda in the style of Rome's Pantheon on the man-made reservoir known as the Tidal Basin.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
Old Ebbitt Grill
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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$76
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$144

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$ 33

Arlington Fully Furnished Apartments in Crystal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Tidal Basin
Iconic 19th-century reservoir features views of the Jefferson Memorial & a cherry blossom festival.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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National Mall
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
5 - 8 min

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Pizzeria Paradiso
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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$48
7 - 10 min

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Georgetown Park
Tranquil grassy area featuring a promenade for walking & biking, plus scenic views & overlooks.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Falafel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$96
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$124

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$ 66

Arlington Fully Furnished Apartments in Crystal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
From dinosaur exhibits to displays of rare gems, this acclaimed museum celebrates the natural world.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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9:30 Club
Enduring, intimate rock concert venue with shows, dancing, a pub food menu & beer.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Donut Run
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$72
11 - 14 min

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Rock Creek Park
Urban oasis with hiking trails, tennis & golf, plus ranger-led wildlife programs.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
Busboys and Poets - Takoma
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$176

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$ 55

Arlington Fully Furnished Apartments in Crystal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
38 - 46 min

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Smithsonian National Zoological Park
Famous zoo housing thousands of animals, including giant pandas, plus free admission.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Brookside Gardens
Sprawling 50-acre green space with conservatories, water elements, flowers & fruit trees.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$96
15 - 18 min

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Greenbelt Park
Picnic tables, playground equipment & walking trails, plus year-round campgrounds.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
The Jerk Pt
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$80
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $967 In total

Activities & Food:$692
Transport:$275