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A Week in Washington: Exploring the Capital's Gems

Kudoz

Kudoz

18 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Washington, D.C., as we uncover the city's iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse ourselves in its vibrant culture.

Day 1
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$128

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$ 22

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
30 - 36 min

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Greenbelt Park
Picnic tables, playground equipment & walking trails, plus year-round campgrounds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Lincoln Memorial
Parthenon-inspired tribute to Abraham Lincoln with a 19-ft. marble statue, murals & reflecting pool.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Duke's Grocery
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$72
Founding Farmers
Founding Farmers is owned by the more than 40,000 family farmers of the NDFU, serving American inspired real food and drink.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$114

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$ 17

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
5 - 8 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
Free
8 - 11 min

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International Spy Museum
Interactive look at the history of espionage features a large collection of spy artifacts & devices.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Del Mar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$56
The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille is nationally acclaimed for dry-aged steak, fresh seafood, & a diverse wine list, presented with professional and attentive service.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$120

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$ 11

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
12 - 18 min

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National Mall
Washington Monument plus memorials to Lincoln, MLK, FDR, WWII & Vietnam vets along a grassy mall.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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National Christmas Tree
Living evergreen tree illuminated for the Christmas holidays, honoring a tradition dating to 1923.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$64
Ocean Prime
Ocean Prime is an award winning modern American restaurant and lounge from renowned restaurateur Cameron Mitchell. With stunning settings, a vibrant energy, an impressive menu of seafood and steaks and truly exceptional service, Ocean Prime is an ideal place to socialize, talk business, celebrate...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 4
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$112

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$ 11

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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National Gallery of Art - East Building
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille is nationally acclaimed for dry-aged steak, fresh seafood, & a diverse wine list, presented with professional and attentive service.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
Charlie Palmer Steak
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$54
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 5
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$110

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$ 22

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

Depart from your stay 🏨

47 - 57 min

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Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
44 - 53 min

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Brookside Gardens
Sprawling 50-acre green space with conservatories, water elements, flowers & fruit trees.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 20 min

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United States Botanic Garden
Sprawling grounds featuring exotic flora plus conservatory, rare plants gallery & butterfly garden.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
11 - 14 min

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sweetgreen Capitol Hill
Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
Rasika
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$52
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 6
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$106

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$ 11

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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United States Capitol
Iconic, domed classical building housing the U.S. Senate & House of Representatives, open for tours.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Nationals Park
41,546-seat venue is the home field to Major League Baseball's Washington Nationals.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Rasa
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$52
Cava
Create flavorful grain bowls, salads, and pitas and pair with house-made juices and other local treats.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$54
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Modern hotel featuring stylish rooms & suites, plus free breakfast, a gym & a seasonal rooftop bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $784 In total

Activities & Food:$690
Transport:$94