Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

Come with us for a whirl-wind trip to the capital city! This trip is planned for a Friday-Sunday weekend but could be adjusted to any 3 day travel window. DC is a great weekend destination because most activities are centrally located, and a majority of the museums and monuments included in this itinerary are completely free! Additionally, this trip is a great example of what you could expect if you book my "Premium Itinerary" travel services. 🧳Trip summary Day 1 - Travel & settle in Day 2 - Memorials & Government Day 3 - Museum highlights Why this guide? 📒 Hyper-detailed itinerary. This isn't your basic list of suggested activities & restaurants. Your days will be covered down to the minute, including time allotted for travel between activities and recommended transportation options. 🎟️ Advance ticket purchase recommendations. Avoid the lines - and disappointment - by booking tickets ahead of time. You'll be guaranteed entrance and will enjoy walking straight in, past any lines for ticket purchases. Special call outs for combo tickets to bundle and save will also be included where available! 🧾 Location-specific packing list. This won't be a comprehensive list (surely you've remembered your socks), but it will cover some key items to toss in your bag for a truly great experience at your destination. 🏆 Honorable mentions. Unless you booked a one way ticket (jealous!), you've only got a limited time to explore. The suggested itinerary includes my opinions of the best choices for first time visitors with general interest. Feel free to swap those out with any of the honorable mentions. ✨ And finally... If you are looking for a more tailored experience with a unique twist based on your interests, travel dates, and more, a custom itinerary may be best. I look forward to helping bring your vacation vision to life!

Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of Washington DC! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things DC for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of: ☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries 🌮 Local cuisine 🏛️ Museums of all kinds 🌳 Gardens & parks 🛏️ Boutique hotels 🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access! *Great public transportation; I suggest getting Metro Pass.

If you are looking to plan a trip to Washington DC during Cherry Blossom season, then this ultimate guide is for you! I LOVE Cherry Blossom season, and as someone who visits Washington DC each year multiple times during Cherry Blossom season, I put together this guide to share some of my favorite spots and recommendations for the best places to see the best blooms around town and nearby in Virginia and Maryland. Fun Fact: There are actually many types of Cherry Blossom Trees in Washington DC that bloom starting late February into April. This guide is in both a list form and interactive map, and showcases where to find: *Okame Cherry Blossoms (first blooms of the season) *Yoshino Cherry Blossoms (around Tidal Basin) *Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms *Other Cherry Blossoms Varieties (like Weeping Higan) *Getting Around DC *Where to Stay **BONUS: Saucer & Star Magnolias around town (these bloom during Cherry Blossom season and not to be missed! If are planning to visit New York City during Cherry Blossom season, make sure to check out my 'Ultimate New York City Cherry Blossom Guide' to find the best blooms in NYC and when to see them. You can also find me on Instagram & TikTok at @adventuressashley for Spring bloom inspiration and tips!