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Washington DC Wishlist itinerary
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items I love how they let you separate into sections so I am going to use this to build my itineraries as I go. I will be going in July and based on recommendations these are my plans so far! Still adding!
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Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 1
Arrival. The goal here is to keep things loose so airline times don’t effect a good itinerary. Stick to hitting a dinner and a light tourist activity Incase you have to cut some things out. A nighttime tour is perfect not too late into the evening th...
Such a cute, compact option that is a 20 minute walk from the museums and the wharf. Close to bus routes as well!
citizenM Washington Capitol, Washington, D.C.
Around 7pm, I want to take a vintage car tour of the main monuments in DC T night when they are lit up! You can do this tour anytime of day but I want to use the daylight to walk around museums, this is a cool quick way to see monuments with a bit mo...
DC Moonlight Tour by Vintage Car
Day 2
Museums. This is my main trip must have but I don’t want over do it all at once. First up, history museums for the day, mixed with a little free time on the wharf
Start the day by walking thru greenhouse after greenhouse near the Library of Congress.
United States Botanical Garden
I would opt to do this on my own but it can’t hurt to get someone who knows what they are doing. However, audio tours are available
Smithsonian Air & Space Museum Guided Tour
I don’t know what order I want to do museums in but I do know this will be lunch that day, I will plan my day around it. I mean just look at it!
Sweet Home Café | National Museum of African American History ...
This is something I would opt to do on my own so I could recreate Night at the Museum lol! The link takes you to an exclusive tour where you can have a guide but often audio guides are available for cheaper!
Smithsonian Museum of Natural History
Day 3
Union Market
Continue your stroll thru the Union Market District and get some books to go along with your records. I love buying these as souvenirs so I can write notes in the covers.
Politics & Prose Bookstore
A nice walk from the hotel to spend shopping at a vintage record shop. Such a beautiful shop and take home a fun gift
Byrdland Records
Hop on over to a farmers market on steroids. Take your choice of 40+ vendors for lunch and a casual stroll. Great way to taste around your area. You can even take a date night cooking classes!!
Union Market District
This cafe is a highlight for me inside Union market, so many to choose from!
YELLOW
A fun interactive experience in Union market that you could come back for in the evening to wind down
The Dome at Hi-Lawn – Union Market DC Tenant Page
A jungle in DC. Artsy hotel in Union Market perfect for spending the day walking around and living that to your fullest! Walking distance from Byrdland Records,Politics and Prose bookstore, and Union Market itself
Hotel Nell - Union Market, Washington, DC
Day 4
DuPont Circle
Half book store, half restaurant. Its the perfect place to lay back after a long day looking at art
Kramers
Cute Hostel/Hotel with private rooms/bath. Close wall to Embassy row or DuPont circle. Quick drive to Smithsonian Zoo.
Generator Hotel Washington DC
Day 5
Georgetown
A beautiful stop for morning or brunch options. Pick up a delicious bagel masterpiece and take in the aesthetic
Call Your Mother Deli
I am going in the summer so we will end out the night dancing on the waterfront. Free in Georgetown, hit their active happy hour if you want to get some courage!
Dancing on the Waterfront: Summer Series | Georgetown DC - Explore Georgetown in Washington, DC
Perfect end to a day filled with history and dancing. They have a drink called the Pink Pony Club, so the vibe has the be amazing
Georgetown Piano Bar in Washington DC | Come Sing Along