• Washington D.C.
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About this trip

Have some spare time in Washington DC? Hit the hubs of democracy at the White House and the US Capitol. The Library of Congress is literally the largest library in the world (and has a seriously impressive rotunda). And the Smithsonian National Museum of American History offers fascinating insight.

Recommended accomodation
Grand Hyatt Washington

www.hyatt.com/grand-hyatt-washington/

1000 H St NW, Washington, DC 20001

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1 Hour

White House

Free to enter, catch a glimpse of how the president lives. Learn about the history of America's democracy through historical exhibits and tours.

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, DC 20500

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White House in Washington DC

Free to enter, catch a glimpse of how the president lives. Learn about the history of America’s democracy through historical exhibits and tours.

 

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500

  • White House in Washington DC
  • White House in Washington DC
  • White House in Washington DC

1 Hour

National Museum of African American History and Culture

The only national museum of its kind, its mission is to preserve important African American artifacts while educating visitors of their history.

1400 Constitution Ave. NW, DC 20560

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

The only national museum of its kind, its mission is to preserve important African American artifacts while educating visitors of their history.

 

1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560

  • National Museum of African American History and Culture
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture

2 Hour

Smithsonian National Museum of American History

With over 1.8 million culturally, socially, and historically significant artifacts, visiting will give you a full scope of the nation's history.

1300 Constitution Ave. NW, DC 20560

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Smithsonian American History Museum

With over 1.8 million culturally, socially, and historically significant artifacts, visiting will give you a full scope of the nation’s history.

 

1300 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560

  • Smithsonian American History Museum
  • Smithsonian American History Museum
  • Smithsonian American History Museum

2 Hour

National Gallery of Art

Free to the public, this gallery has over 150,000 creative works spanning unique mediums: painting, sculpture, and digital.

Constitution Ave. NW, DC 20565

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National Gallery of Art in Washington DC

Free to the public, this gallery has over 150,000 creative works spanning unique mediums: painting, sculpture, and digital.

 

Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20565

  • National Gallery of Art in Washington DC
  • National Gallery of Art in Washington DC
  • National Gallery of Art in Washington DC

1 Hour

United States Capitol

Option for a virtual tour with new COVID regulations, get access to current exhibits that explain the inner workings and educational videos.

First St SE, DC 20004

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US Capitol Building in Washington DC

Option for a virtual tour with new COVID regulations, get access to current exhibits that explain the inner workings and educational videos.

 

First St SE, Washington, DC 20004

  • US Capitol Building in Washington DC
  • US Capitol Building in Washington DC
  • US Capitol Building in Washington DC
  • US Capitol Building in Washington DC

1 Hour

Library of Congress

Readers, rejoice! Largest library in the world is home to millions of documents including: books, photos, newspapers & more.

101 Independence Ave SE, DC 20540

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Library of Congress Washington DC

Readers, rejoice! Largest library in the world is home to millions of documents including: books, photos, newspapers & more.

 

101 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20540

  • Library of Congress Washington DC
  • Library of Congress Washington DC
  • Library of Congress Washington DC
  • Library of Congress Washington DC