Washington Dc 6 Day Itinerary

Washington D.C. 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & National Mall Exploration

  • Arrival: Washington Dulles International Airport or Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Public transportation is readily available, with the Metrorail system being the most convenient way to get around the city.
  • Accommodation: Hotels near National Mall like JW Marriott Washington DC or The Jefferson, Washington, DC are ideal for easy access to major attractions.
  • Lunch: Ben’s Chili Bowl (1213 U St NW) for iconic D.C. eats.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Lincoln Memorial, Reflecting Pool, Washington Monument, and U.S. Capitol. Don’t forget to take a group photo with your family or friends at the famous “For Sale: Name of President” sign!
  • Evening: Explore the Smithsonian National Museum of American History or the Air & Space Museum.

Day 2: More Museums & Monuments

  • Breakfast: Founding Farmers (1904 Pennsylvania Ave NW) for farm-to-table fare.
  • Morning: Explore the National Gallery of Art, Freer Gallery of Art, and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery.
  • Lunch: Le Pain Quotidien (Multiple locations) for a delicious sandwich.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, FDR Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
  • Dinner: Rasika (600 I St NW) for contemporary Indian cuisine.

Day 3: Exploring Georgetown & Arlington

  • Breakfast: Baked and Wired (1251 9th St NW) for coffee and pastries.
  • Morning: Walk along the picturesque Georgetown University campus, then visit the Georgetown Waterfront Park and Theodore Roosevelt Island.
  • Lunch: Farmers Fishers Bakers (3000 K St NW) for fresh seafood options.
  • Afternoon: Take a water taxi to Rosslyn in Arlington, Virginia, and explore the Pentagon Memorial and Iwo Jima Memorial.
  • Dinner: America Eats Tavern (201 18th St NW) for classic American dishes.

Day 4: Day Trip to Mount Vernon or Maryland Museums

  • Breakfast: Sweetgreen (Multiple locations) for a healthy salad.
  • Morning/Afternoon: Choose between visiting Mount Vernon, George Washington’s estate, or exploring museums in nearby Maryland, such as the National Aquarium or the Walters Art Museum.
  • Lunch: Either pack a picnic for Mount Vernon or grab lunch near your chosen museum.
  • Evening: Return to D.C. and enjoy a quiet evening exploring the neighborhoods of Adams Morgan or Shaw.

Day 5: Exploring Eastern Market & Capitol Hill

  • Breakfast: Ted’s Bulletin (Multiple locations) for Southern comfort food.
  • Morning: Visit the U.S. Botanic Garden, browse goods at Eastern Market, and tour the Supreme Court Building.
  • Lunch: Hill Country Barbecue Market (410 7th St SE) for Texas-style barbecue.
  • Afternoon: Walk through Capitol Hill neighborhood and grab a drink at The Line Hotel’s rooftop bar, A Rooftop Bar at The Line.
  • Dinner: Oyamel Cocina Mexicana (401 7th St SE) for delicious Mexican dishes.

Day 6: Final Sightseeing & Departure

  • Breakfast: Thunderburton (Multiple locations) for breakfast sandwiches and coffee.
  • Morning: Visit any remaining museums or monuments that you might have missed during your stay, such as the National Museum of Natural History or the White House Visitor Center.
  • Lunch: Good Stuff Eatery (Multiple locations) for gourmet burgers and milkshakes.
  • Departure: Depart from Washington Dulles International Airport or Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, with memories of an amazing trip to our nation’s capital!