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2-Day Adventure from Washington D.C. to Niagara Falls

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Day 1: Explore Washington D.C.

Washington D.C., USA on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Founding Farmers

Enjoy a hearty farm-to-table breakfast with local ingredients, perfect to fuel your day in the nation's capital.

USD25, 1h

9:30am

Visit the National Mall

Walk through the iconic National Mall to see monuments like the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the WWII Memorial, all key symbols of American history.

Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Old Ebbitt Grill

Dine at one of D.C.'s oldest and most beloved restaurants, offering traditional American dishes just steps from the White House.

USD30, 1h

1:30pm

Smithsonian Museums Tour

Explore favorites like the National Air and Space Museum and the National Museum of American History, open from 10am-5:30pm, offering free entry to fascinating exhibits.

Free, 3h

5:00pm

Dinner at The Hamilton

Enjoy eclectic American cuisine in a vibrant setting, just a short walk from the White House and Capitol Building.

USD40, 1.5h

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Day 2: Experience Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, NY, USA on May 26, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Blue Line Diner

Start your day with classic American breakfast dishes in a cozy atmosphere near the falls.

USD20, 1h

8:30am

Niagara Falls State Park

Explore America's oldest state park and take in breathtaking views of the falls. Don’t miss the Observation Tower for panoramic vistas.

Free, 2h

10:30am

Maid of the Mist Boat Tour

Experience the falls up close on this iconic boat tour, operating from 9am until late afternoon depending on season.

USD25, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at the Top of the Falls Restaurant

Dine with a spectacular view of the American Falls while savoring fresh local dishes.

USD35, 1h

1:30pm

Cave of the Winds

Walk along wooden decks at the base of Bridal Veil Falls and feel the power of the water—open 9am-6pm in late spring.

USD19, 2h

4:00pm

Dinner at AG Inspired Cuisine

Enjoy an upscale dinner focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients just a few minutes from the falls, perfect to conclude your day.

USD50, 1.5h

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Step 1 Outline Preview:

2-Day Adventure from Washington D.C. to Niagara Falls

Day 1: Explore Washington D.C.

8:00am

Breakfast at Founding Farmers

9:30am

Visit the National Mall

12:00pm

Lunch at Old Ebbitt Grill

1:30pm

Smithsonian Museums Tour

5:00pm

Dinner at The Hamilton

Day 2: Experience Niagara Falls

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Blue Line Diner

8:30am

Niagara Falls State Park

10:30am

Maid of the Mist Boat Tour

12:00pm

Lunch at the Top of the Falls Restaurant

1:30pm

Cave of the Winds

4:00pm

Dinner at AG Inspired Cuisine

Plan Your Washington and Niagara falls Trip

Step 1 Outline Preview:

2-Day Adventure from Washington D.C. to Niagara Falls

Day 1: Explore Washington D.C.

8:00am

9:30am

12:00pm

1:30pm

5:00pm

Day 2: Experience Niagara Falls

7:00am

8:30am

10:30am

12:00pm

1:30pm

4:00pm

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