For rental cars, we love checking for deals on rentalcars. The DC area has a big metro system, and while not perfect, it is one of the more efficient ways to get around if you want to avoid traffic. If you plan to stay for several days, definitely get a SmarTrip Card. Then, like any big city, there are of course rental bikes and scooters throughout the city, Uber, and Lyft.
Whether you love history, food, or shopping, this is the best way to spend three days in Washington, DC. Whether this is your first time visiting Washington, DC or your 10 th time, visiting the Tidal Basin and Monuments are pretty awe-inspiring. The thing is… unless you want to spend the better part of a whole day walking, you can actually pick up a rental bike near Washington Monument and bike it to save time!
Capital Bikeshare has a lot of stations throughout the city. Memorial, and perhaps spot an American founding father, George Mason and his small and peaceful memorial along the Tidal Basin.
Taking a bike is a great way to see a lot of these smaller memorials without having to walk around all day. And trust me, there is plenty to see. If you get to visit in the spring, this is the place to visit to see these stunning blossoms reflecting in the Tidal Basin! I love ramen. And after my sister introduced me to this place years ago, I try to head back here each time I visit.
If you plan on having some tasty ramen, this is the place. But as a warning- go when it opens! This place is small and gets super crowded so quickly. So get there just as it is opening or a bit before to avoid waiting in line for delicious ramen. My favorite ramen is the Shoyu Ramen, with a pork and soy sauce broth with garlic and egg. Also, the Spicy Miso Ramen is so good with white miso and the perfect amount of spice to add depth of flavor.
Also, always ask for extra noodles…and maybe the nitamago soy and ramen stock marinated soft-boiled egg and thank me later. You probably biked past it during your trip up to Daikaya and maybe while biking around the monuments, but now is the time to walk from lunch to the National Mall and find a great museum or two to visit!
Whether you like art, history, or even outer space there is something for everyone at these free museums while spending 3 days in Washington, DC! This is pretty awesome. I mean, Chris and I got married in a natural history museum so that may make us total nerds, but the last time we visited this museum in DC, we had a blast! The Natural History Museum is also massive! Plus they have the Butterfly Pavilion- the perfect spot to see beautiful butterflies!
Tuesdays are free. Be sure to purchase tickets ahead of time! To learn about American history, this is the museum to visit! This museum is the place to go to learn more about African American culture and history in an interactive way. It tells the story of America through the lens of African American history. Pro-tip: During peak season March-August advanced timed passes and same-day online timed passes are required for entry on weekends and before 1 pm throughout the week.
The remainder of the year you only need a pass on weekends. For those avgeeks out there and all kids who love anything to do with space, this is the museum for you. From satellites to commercial aviation, learn how the US has been making its mark on the air and space industry through the years.
If this is your first time in DC, definitely prioritize this museum. These are documents that are really neat to see and well worth the long lines. If you love art and want to explore the works of Degas, the Greeks, and Warhol, this is a great museum to spend a couple of hours in. This is not located on the National Mall, but this is an incredibly moving museum. This museum is an interactive way to learn about the history of the Holocaust, the events that led up to it, and survivor reflections and testimonies.
As you move between floors you turn pages on the booklet to reveal their history and story as you see what they encountered during those dark years. Then you end at the Hall of Remembrance to remember those lives lost and are welcome to light a candle. And for excellent oysters, look no further. Combine that with crawfish fritters and seafood gumbo, and it is a perfect restaurant up in the Logan Circle area of DC.
DC is full of incredible bars, but speakeasies are always the best. If you go to one speakeasy in DC, go to Allegor y. The hotel has a rooftop bar, a restaurant, and a coffee and juice bar. So you may miss this entirely. Enter in for literary-themed cocktails. After a long day of exploring the touristic parts of DC, it is time to relax, get a little sleep, and get brunch!
If you have three days in DC, having brunch here is a must. Follow that with the best day exploring the nicest neighborhood in DC: Georgetown! There are so many great places to get brunch in DC. It can seriously be hard to decide. And my favorite spot for a unique brunch in DC is Agora. For lunch, take the Metro to Chinatown , where you'll find an array of options on 7th Street, near the Verizon Center.
Or feast on fresh noodles and flavorful soups in Chinatown. And don't forget to snap a photo of the ornate Friendship Arch that looms over H Street. Ken via Flickr. Go undercover at the International Spy Museum , where you can crack codes, take on covers and even lead a covert operation.
Or stop by the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum to see portraits of some of the country's most famous historical figures. Animal lovers may also wish to pay a visit to the National Zoo , home to our famous giant pandas, cheetahs, tigers and other exotic species.
Discover DC's theater scene. The Kennedy Center 's Millennium Stage offers free performances many nights, along with a host of ticketed performances from opera to musicals to jazz.
For something a bit more contemporary, catch a show at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. Start your morning in one of DC's prized neighborhood attractions, like the Anacostia Community Museum , The Phillips Collection , Washington National Cathedral , Tudor Place or Hillwood Museum and Gardens , then head to Georgetown for fantastic shopping and sightseeing in a charming historic setting.
Clyde via Flickr. United in action at various venues around town. You can also get in on the action yourself with miles of trails in Rock Creek Park. In addition to trails, the public park has a planetarium, horseback riding and lovely spots for a picnic. If your group is looking for nightlife, head to U Street neighborhood for nightlife hot spots or live jazz music or Adams Morgan to experience DC's eclectic, international scene.
For something slightly more low-key, DC boasts a number of wine bars to get your vino fix. Looking for more ideas for your visit to Washington, DC? Explore even more adventures and itineraries here.
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