Washington, DC — 2-Day Itinerary
Hours & fees change. Always check the official sites before you go.
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
The Smithsonian’s natural sciences flagship — fossils, gems (incl. the Hope Diamond), oceans, human origins.
Hours: Daily 10:00–17:30
Address: 10th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560
Phone: (202) 633-1000
Website: naturalhistory.si.edu/visit
No Smithsonian public lots on the Mall; consider Metro or rideshare.
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
U.S. social, cultural & political history: the Star-Spangled Banner, First Ladies’ gowns, innovation & pop culture.
Hours: Daily 10:00–17:30
Address: Constitution Ave between 12th & 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20560
Phone: (202) 633-1000
Website: americanhistory.si.edu/visit
Peak times mid-day; consider early arrival.
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
Icons of flight & space: Wright Flyer, Apollo, spacecraft & aviation history. Timed free entry required.
Hours: Daily 10:00–17:30
Address: Independence Ave & 6th St SW, Washington, DC 20560
Phone: (202) 633-2214
Website: airandspace.si.edu/visit
Reserve timed-entry passes in advance.
National Museum of African American History & Culture (NMAAHC)
Powerful storytelling on African American history & culture across centuries. Free, timed tickets required.
Hours: 10:00–17:30 (check Mondays/holidays)
Address: 1400 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560
Phone: (202) 633-1000
Website: nmaahc.si.edu
Timed tickets release windows sell out fast.
Lincoln Memorial
Iconic memorial to President Abraham Lincoln with inscriptions of the Gettysburg Address & Second Inaugural.
Hours: Open 24/7 (outdoor)
Address: West end of the National Mall, Washington, DC
Phone: (202) 426-6841 (NPS)
Website: nps.gov/linc
Best at dusk or night with the Mall illuminated.
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U.S. Capitol & Capitol Visitor Center
Seat of the U.S. Congress with free guided tours via the Visitor Center; book ahead when possible.
Hours: Visitor Center 08:30–16:30 (check closures)
Address: First St SE & East Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20004
Phone: (202) 226-8000
Website: visitthecapitol.gov
Arrive early for security & tour check-in.
Library of Congress (Jefferson Building)
World’s largest library; stunning Great Hall and exhibits. Timed entry recommended on busy days.
Hours: Mon–Sat 08:30–16:30; Sun 13:00–17:00 (check)
Address: 10 First St SE, Washington, DC 20540
Phone: (202) 707-5000
Website: loc.gov/visit
Don’t miss the Main Reading Room overlook (limited hours).
Supreme Court of the United States
Marble landmark of the judicial branch. When in session, public oral arguments/lectures may be available.
Hours: Typically 09:00–16:30 (check calendar)
Address: 1 First St NE, Washington, DC 20543
Phone: (202) 479-3000
Website: supremecourt.gov
Security screening required; arrive early.
National Gallery of Art (East & West)
Premier collections across two buildings connected by a tunnel; sculpture garden nearby.
Hours: Daily 10:00–17:00 (check)
Address: 4th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20565
Phone: (202) 737-4215
Website: nga.gov/visit
Popular exhibitions may use free timed passes.
Tidal Basin — Jefferson, FDR & MLK Memorials
Scenic loop with three major memorials. Best light around golden hour; cherry blossoms in spring.
Hours: Open 24/7 (outdoor)
Address: 1500 Maine Ave SW vicinity, Washington, DC
Phone: (202) 426-6841 (NPS)
Website: nps.gov/nama
Allow time to walk the loop and visit each memorial.
Georgetown Waterfront or Dupont Circle (Evening)
Choose: stroll the Georgetown waterfront & C&O Canal or café-hop around Dupont’s architecture & bookstores.
Hours: Best in daylight/evening
Address: Georgetown (M St & Wisconsin Ave NW) / Dupont Circle (CT Ave NW)
Phone: —
Website: georgetowndc.com / dupontcirclebid.org
Georgetown has no Metrorail station; plan bus or rideshare.
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