6 days in Washington DC Itinerary

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.

Take a break from Washington DC with a short trip to Gettysburg National Military Park in Gettysburg, about 1h 40 min away. There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at National Air and Space Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Washington National Cathedral, pause for some photo ops at Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Art.

To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, use the Washington DC trip builder site.

In June in Washington DC, expect temperatures between 86°F during the day and 69°F at night.