Budget-Friendly Family Adventure in Washington D.C.

Day 1: Exploring the Capital

Washington D.C., USA

8:00AM

Breakfast at Founding Farmers

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Founding Farmers, where the farm-to-table concept will give your family a taste of delicious pancakes and scrambled eggs.
Take the Metro to Foggy Bottom-GWU Station, a short walk to the restaurant.
USD30, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the National Mall

Stroll through the iconic National Mall, taking in famous landmarks like the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial.
Walk from Founding Farmers to the National Mall; it's about a 15-minute walk.
Free, 2 hours

11:30AM

Explore Smithsonian Museums

Dive into the world of knowledge at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, where your kids can be amazed by dinosaur skeletons and the Hope Diamond.
Just a 10-minute walk from the Lincoln Memorial.
Free, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at the Smithsonian Castle Cafe

Enjoy a budget-friendly lunch at the Castle Cafe, which offers a selection of sandwiches and salads to refuel your family.
Your lunch spot is conveniently located near the museum.
USD40, 1 hour

2:30PM

Tour the U.S. Capitol

Take a guided tour of the U.S. Capitol building, where your family can learn about the U.S. government and history in an engaging way.
Walk to the U.S. Capitol, it takes about 20 minutes from the Smithsonian.
Free (but book in advance), 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Picnic at the Capitol Reflecting Pool

Grab some snacks or simple sandwiches for a picnic at the Capitol Reflecting Pool, allowing for relaxation and beautiful views.
Enjoy a leisurely walk back towards the pool, about 10 minutes.
USD20 for snacks, 1 hour

5:30PM

Visit the National Gallery of Art

Conclude your day by exploring the National Gallery of Art, where you can engage your children with incredible art collections from various periods.
The gallery is about a 15-minute walk from the reflecting pool.
Free, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Ben's Chili Bowl

Wrap up your day with a classic DC experience at Ben's Chili Bowl, famous for their chili dogs and half-smokes, an affordable and satisfying meal.
Take Metro or a short bus ride to the restaurant.
USD50, 1 hour

8:30PM

Evening Stroll at the Tidal Basin

Enjoy a peaceful evening stroll around the Tidal Basin, where you can reflect on your day before heading back to the hotel.
It's a nice walk from Ben's back to the waterfront.
Free, 1 hour
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