• Washington D.C.
  • 1
  • Days
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About this trip

Grab the kids for good times in the DC area. Hike the scenic trails of Teddy Roosevelt Island. Say hello to the giant pandas and naked mole rats (to name a few of the many animals) at Smithsonian’s National Zoo. And savor the chili dogs and fries at Ben’s Chili Bowl. Mmm…that’s good chili.

Recommended accomodation
Yours Truly DC Hotel

www.yourstrulydc.com

1143 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037

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1.5 Hour

Glen Echo Park Aquarium

Key aim to educate its visitors on the biodiversity and importance of the largest estuary in America - the Chesapeake Bay!

7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812

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Glen Echo Park Aquarium

Key aim to educate its visitors on the biodiversity and importance of the largest estuary in America – the Chesapeake Bay!

 

7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812

  • Glen Echo Park Aquarium
  • Glen Echo Park Aquarium
  • Glen Echo Park Aquarium
  • Glen Echo Park Aquarium

2 Hour

Smithsonian National Zoo

With a focus on the conservation of at-risk species, this zoo has many animals to see. Visit their rare family of giant pandas!

3001 Connecticut Ave NW, DC 20008

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Smithsonian National Zoo

With a focus on the conservation of at-risk species, this zoo has many animals to see. Visit their rare family of giant pandas!

 

3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

  • Smithsonian National Zoo
  • Smithsonian National Zoo
  • Smithsonian National Zoo
  • Smithsonian National Zoo

0.75 Hour

Ben's Chili Bowl (U Street)

First opened in 1958, this diner has remained true to its aesthetic; all furnishing and recipes harken back to their 60's roots.

1213 U St NW, DC 20009

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Ben's Chili Bowl Washington DC

First opened in 1958, this diner has remained true to its aesthetic; all furnishing and recipes harken back to their 60’s roots.

 

1213 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009

  • Ben's Chili Bowl Washington DC
  • Ben's Chili Bowl Washington DC
  • Ben's Chili Bowl Washington DC

1 Hour

Tudor Place Historic House

Historically significant, as it is the sole estate connected to the Washington family. Open to the public for activities and education.

1644 31st St NW, DC 20007

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Tudor Historic House Washington DC

Historically significant, as it is the sole estate connected to the Washington family. Open to the public for activities and education.

 

1644 31st St NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20007

  • Tudor Historic House Washington DC
  • Tudor Historic House Washington DC
  • Tudor Historic House Washington DC
  • Tudor Historic House Washington DC

1 Hour

Dumbarton Oaks Museum

Unique in its focus on Byzantine and Pre-Columbian artifacts. Displays the history of era through paintings, objects, and more.

1703 32nd St NW, DC 20007

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Dumbarton Oaks Washington DC

Unique in its focus on Byzantine and Pre-Columbian artifacts. Displays the history of era through paintings, objects, and more.

 

1703 32nd St NW, Washington, DC 20007

  • Dumbarton Oaks Washington DC
  • Dumbarton Oaks Washington DC
  • Dumbarton Oaks Washington DC
  • Dumbarton Oaks Washington DC

1.5 Hour

Theodore Roosevelt Island

Pays tribute to "Teddy", one of America's most fondly remembered presidents. Including hikes and places for bird watching.

Washington DC 20007

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Theodore Roosevelt Island

Pays tribute to “Teddy”, one of America’s most fondly remembered presidents. Including hikes and places for bird watching.

 

Washington, DC 20007

  • Theodore Roosevelt Island
  • Theodore Roosevelt Island
  • Theodore Roosevelt Island