7 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Washington DC: Gettysburg National Military Park (in Gettysburg) and Horseshoe Casino (in Baltimore). The adventure continues: examine the collection at National Air and Space Museum, pause for some photo ops at Lincoln Memorial, admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Art, and ponder the world of politics at United States Capitol.

To find photos, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read Washington DC trip planner.

Expect a daytime high around 76°F in May, and nighttime lows around 58°F.