Exploring Washington: A 5-Day Adventure

milind phadatare

5 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey through the captivating city of Washington, D.C. Discover iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and indulge in delicious cuisine.

Trip to Washington

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$78

$ 28

Generator Washington DC

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

7 - 10 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Preserving the memory of the Holocaust with permanent & traveling exhibits & educational programs.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

Directions

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

7 - 9 min

Directions

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$92

$ 28

Generator Washington DC

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

Directions

Our mission is to serve quality Mexican (Yucatan style!) food that is fresh, simple and healthy. All of our Mexican food is made fresh daily from quality ingredients.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

15 - 18 min

Directions

Smithsonian National Museum of American History

Vast, venerable museum chronicling American history through displays such as Julia Child's kitchen.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Prominent marble monument in Arlington National Cemetery marking an unknown WWI solider's grave.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$78

$ 11

Generator Washington DC

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

5 - 8 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

E Street Cinema is an eight-screen luxury cinema specializing in first-run independent and foreign language films, documentary features and classic revivals. E Street's focus is on high-quality programming, presentation, and unique concessions and bar items to further your film-going experience.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$100

$ 22

Generator Washington DC

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

5 - 6 min

Directions

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Popular Smithsonian museum with unique exhibits on African American history, culture & community.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

Authentic Mexican ingredients and techniques taken to a level of creativity that you won't expect.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$36

7 - 9 min

Directions

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

Museum documenting the history of aviation & space exploration, with displays of vehicles & more.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

$108

$ 17

Generator Washington DC

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

Directions

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

16 - 23 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

24 - 29 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

7 - 10 min

Directions

The Museum provides a powerful lesson in the fragility of freedom, the myth of progress, and the need for vigilance in preserving democratic values. The Museum teaches millions of people each year about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the need to prevent genocide.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$48

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $561 In total

Activities & Food:$456

Transport:$105