3-Day Itinerary for Washington DC

• Day 1: National Mall and Tidal Basin
  In the morning, visit the Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool. Head to the National WWII Memorial and walk along the National Mall towards the United States Capitol. Catch a glimpse of the White House through Lafayette Square. In the afternoon, visit the Smithsonian museums and the National Museum of Natural History. End the day by watching the sunset at the Tidal Basin. Recommended restaurant: Founding Farmers.
• Day 2: Georgetown and Dupont Circle
  Start the day by exploring Georgetown. Walk along M Street and Wisconsin Avenue, and take a stroll by the Georgetown Waterfront. In the afternoon, visit Dupont Circle - home to some of the city's best restaurants, shops, and galleries. Take a break at the Phillips Collection, a stunning art museum. Recommended restaurant: Farmers, Fishers, Bakers.
• Day 3: Capitol Hill and Eastern Market
  Begin the day by touring the United States Capitol and Library of Congress. Head to the Supreme Court and visit the nearby Folger Shakespeare Library. In the afternoon, visit the Eastern Market - a bustling indoor-outdoor market featuring local vendors and crafts. End the day with a tour of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Recommended restaurant: Rose's Luxury.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool - 1 hour - free admission
• National WWII Memorial - 30 minutes - free admission
• Smithsonian museums and National Museum of Natural History - 3 hours - free admission
• Tidal Basin - 1 hour - free admission
• Georgetown - 3 hours - free to walk around
• Phillips Collection - 2 hours - $16 admission fee
• United States Capitol and Library of Congress - 2 hours - free admission with reservation
• Supreme Court and Folger Shakespeare Library - 1 hour - free admission
• Eastern Market - 2 hours - free admission
• National Museum of African American History and Culture - 3 hours - free admission
• Estimated Total Costs: $16 admission fee at the Phillips Collection

Transportation

Washington DC has an excellent public transportation system including the metro and bus system that can easily transport visitors to major sites around the city. It is recommended to purchase a SmartTrip card to easily access metro rides. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also available.

Links to Attractions

• Lincoln Memorial
• National WWII Memorial
• Smithsonian American Art Museum
• National Mall
• Georgetown
• Phillips Collection
• United States Capitol
• Supreme Court
• Folger Shakespeare Library
• Eastern Market
• National Museum of African American History and Culture

Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the National Zoo or Rock Creek Park. If you have less time, consider focusing on the National Mall and Capitol Hill sites.