09:00 - 10:3090 minAttraction
Eastern Market
225 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Bustling marketplace since 1873 featuring a variety of produce, handmade crafts & prepared foods.
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Washington DC — Classic City Break in 3 Days
3 days18 stopsWashington DC
Starter 3-day Washington DC itinerary with clustered routing, paced dwell times, and realistic travel legs.
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Walk (under walking limit) · 16 min · 1.3 km
10:46 - 11:2640 minAttraction
The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
1st St SE, Washington, DC 20515
Tourist center at the historic Capitol where visitors can learn about the iconic, domed building.
Walk (under walking limit) · 6 min · 460 m
11:32 - 13:0290 minAttraction
United States Botanic Garden
100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20001
Sprawling grounds featuring exotic flora plus conservatory, rare plants gallery & butterfly garden.
Walk (under walking limit) · 6 min · 430 m
13:08 - 14:1870 minLandmark
United States Capitol
Washington, DC 20004
Iconic, domed classical building housing the U.S. Senate & House of Representatives, open for tours.
Walk (under walking limit) · 29 min · 2.2 km
14:47 - 15:1730 minNature
The Yards
1300 1st St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Landscaped green space with dancing fountains, a swimming pool & grassy areas for picnicking.
Drive (over walking limit) · 10 min · 2.8 km
15:27 - 16:4275 minMuseum
National Museum of the American Indian
4th St SW, Washington, DC 20560
Artifact exhibits & modern interactive displays examine the history & culture of Native Americans.
09:00 - 10:3595 minTourist Attraction
The Moongate Garden
1200 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
The Moongate Garden is an Attraction in Washington DC.
Walk (under walking limit) · 5 min · 380 m
10:40 - 11:4565 minMuseum
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560
From dinosaur exhibits to displays of rare gems, this acclaimed museum celebrates the natural world.
Walk (under walking limit) · 5 min · 390 m
11:50 - 13:30100 minMuseum
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
1300 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560
Vast, venerable museum chronicling American history through displays such as Julia Child's kitchen.
Walk (under walking limit) · 4 min · 250 m
13:34 - 14:3965 minMuseum
National Museum of African American History and Culture
1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560
Popular Smithsonian museum with unique exhibits on African American history, culture & community.
Walk (under walking limit) · 6 min · 450 m
14:45 - 15:2035 minNature
Washington Monument Grounds
130 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20006
Outdoor theater & a friendship garden in parkland surrounding the landmark Washington Monument.
Walk (under walking limit) · 4 min · 280 m
15:24 - 16:1450 minMuseum
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW, Washington, DC 20024
Preserving the memory of the Holocaust with permanent & traveling exhibits & educational programs.
09:00 - 10:3595 minAttraction
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Famous zoo housing more than 2,200 animals from around the world, plus free admission.
Drive (over walking limit) · 17 min · 5.4 km
10:52 - 11:4755 minPark
Rock Creek Park
Washington, DC, USA
Urban oasis with hiking trails, tennis & golf, plus ranger-led wildlife programs.
Drive (over walking limit) · 18 min · 6.0 km
12:05 - 13:4095 minAttraction
Washington National Cathedral
3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
Grand, storied cathedral with stained glass, organ recitals & scenic vistas from the top.
Drive (over walking limit) · 12 min · 3.4 km
13:52 - 14:4250 minPark
Spanish Steps
1725 22nd St NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Quiet, shaded stone stairway featuring a fountain, a panda statue & a panoramic terrace at the top.
Walk (under walking limit) · 27 min · 2.1 km
15:09 - 15:3425 minTourist Attraction
Iconic DC
1628 11th St NW (side and rear alley, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Iconic DC is an Attraction in Washington DC.
Walk (under walking limit) · 18 min · 1.4 km
15:52 - 16:4755 minNature
Meridian Hill Park
16th St NW &, W St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Leafy city park offering a cascading fountain, statues & a tradition of Sunday drum circles.