8 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Mount Vernon Trail (in Arlington) and Gettysburg (Little Round Top, Gettysburg National Military Park, &more). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the waterfront views at Tidal Basin, pause for some photo ops at Washington Monument, take an in-depth tour of United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, and explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Art.

For ratings, maps, and more tourist information, use the Washington DC trip builder website.

In April, plan for daily highs up to 68°F, and evening lows to 49°F.