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3 Days in Washington DC: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
To some, Washington DC means white marble, verdant lawns, and the colorful, ritualistic pageantry of American politics: the Capitol dome; limousine processions on Inauguration Day; the mournful, somber, stately changing of the guard at Arlington National Cemetery. To others, D.C. is a bustling metropolis, filled with chic bars, ethnic diversity, and a soft undercurrent of the American South. To those that know, it is all these things.
Day 1: Welcome to D.C.
There are so many things to do in Washington D.C., where does one begin? Best bet is to sate that cultural craving and head off to see some sites either guided by day, by night, or by hop-on-hop-off trolley. Depending on what option you choose, you might consider purchasing a Power Pass in order to save some money.
Day 2: Mount Vernon
Your bearings made, spend today in Mt. Vernon, the land of America’s first president, general George Washington. A half-day tour of the mansion and farm of this widely-loved icon will give you a good sampling of the beautiful Virginian land and how life was lived those two-hundred odd years ago. Take lunch and consider spending the afternoon shopping in Georgetown, before heading back to DC for a relaxing and scenic dinner cruise.
Day 3: Relax and Sightsee
With so many things to do in DC, you might be feeling overwhelmed, but there’s no reason to (you’re on vacation, after all!). Washington DC will share its majesty with you whether you’re taking a morning jog down the famous Potomac, or Segwaying your way through its many monuments, or stopping in on some of its famous restaurants and bars. The Round Robin bar in the Willard Hotel is famous for its history of notable guests, knowledgeable bartenders, and tasty mint juleps. Highly recommended.
Tours & Tickets
Washington DC in One Day: Small-Group Sightseeing Tour
See the very best of Washington DC in one day! Aboard a comfortable coach, see the White House, Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon and more, and enjoy ... Read more
Location:
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
Washington DC Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour
Discover Washington DC at your leisure with a one-day ticket on the Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour. Create your own itinerary to see the most popular sights of ... Read more
Location:
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 1 day (approx.)
Viator VIP: Best of DC Including US Capitol and National Archives Reserved Access, the White House and Lincoln Memorial
Experience Washington DC’s most sought-after attractions like a true VIP insider. Beat the long entrance lines and enjoy reserved entry to the US Capitol ... Read more
Location:
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Washington DC by Night Small-Group Tour
Take a guided evening tour of Washington DC’s monuments and memorials -- majestic by day and spectacular when floodlit at night! See the Washington Monument, ... Read more
Location:
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
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