One Day Itinerary for Washington DC

• White House – The iconic residence of the President of the United States. Take photos of its grand facade and iconic fountain in front. (Time Estimate: 30 minutes)
• National Mall – A historic park stretching from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, lined with museums and monuments. Visit the Smithsonian Museums (Air and Space Museum, National Museum of American History, National Museum of Natural History) (Time Estimate: 4 hours)
• Lincoln Memorial – A monument honoring 16th President of the United States. Walk up the grand steps and appreciate the view of the National Mall from the top. (Time Estimate: 45 minutes)
• Washington Monument – An obelisk commemorating the first president of the United States, George Washington. You can take the elevator to the top for a panoramic view of the city. (Time Estimate: 1 hour)
• U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress – Home of the U.S. Congress and the largest library in the world. Take a tour of U.S. Capitol and see the stunning architecture inside the Library of Congress. (Time Estimate: 2 hours)
• The Old Ebbitt Grill – A historic restaurant just steps from the White House. Enjoy classic American cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. (Cost Estimate: $25-40 per person)

Time and Costs Estimates

• White House (30 mins), National Mall (4 hours), Lincoln Memorial (45 mins), Washington Monument (1 hour), U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress (2 hours), The Old Ebbitt Grill (1 hour) – Total Time Estimate: 9 hours
• Entrance to Smithsonian Museums – Free
• The Old Ebbitt Grill – $25-40 per person
• Total Cost Estimate: $25-40 per person

Transportation

The National Mall is easily accessible by Washington D.C.’s metro system. Use the Smithsonian (Blue, Orange, Silver) or Federal Triangle (Blue, Orange, Silver) metro stop to access the National Mall. A one-way fare is typically $2-3 per person. Some attractions, such as the U.S. Capitol, offer paid parking for personal vehicles.

Links to Key Attractions, Restaurants, and Points of Interest

• White House
• National Mall
• Lincoln Memorial
• Washington Monument
• U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress
• The Old Ebbitt Grill

Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the National Archives to see the original copies of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. If you have less time, consider skipping the U.S Capitol tour and Library of Congress and adding more time to explore the Smithsonian museums in the National Mall.