Washington, D.C. Guide: Things to Do in 72 Hours, Washington D.C., USA

Washington, D.C. 鈥� the capital of the United States captures the true spirit of America. With the presence of the historic landmarks, monuments, world-renowned museums and many extraordinary sightseeing adventures, DC attracts millions of the visitors every year. For any traveler visiting the United States for the very first time, no trip to the United States would be complete without visiting the nation鈥檚 capital.

I visited Washington, D.C. during Labor Day weekend and enjoyed exploring this beautiful city. There is so much to see and do in Washington, D.C. that you can鈥檛 see it all in just one visit. In just 72 hours, a well-rounded trip should include exploring the region鈥檚 historic landmarks, museums and monuments. So, here鈥檚 my guide list of doing amazing things in the D.C in just 72 hours!

The National Mall is home to the city鈥檚 most famous monuments, memorials and museums and should be your starting point too for the Day 1!

Even if you鈥檙e on a short trip to DC, you must get a glimpse of home to the U.S. president and most powerful house in the world! The White House (not technically part of the National Mall, but within walking distance of it) sits five blocks to the north.聽The White House also offers buildings tour where you get the opportunity to see the State Floor that includes only certain areas of the house. But you鈥檒l need to contact the office of your senator or House representative few months in an advance if you鈥檙e a citizen of the U.S. otherwise you need to contact your respective embassy. Also, do keep in mind that tours can be canceled last minute. But still, you can take a snap in front of the White House! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: Washington, D.C. Guide: Things to Do in 72 Hours
Guide Location: USA » Washington D.C.
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Ana Ojha
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:

The National Mall
White House
Lincoln Memorial
National World War II Memorial
Washington Monument
U.S. Capitol
Library of Congress
Jefferson Memorial
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
The Smithsonian Castle
National Zoological Park
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
National Archives
National Gallery of Art
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

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