60 days in Washington DC Itinerary

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at National Museum of African American History and Culture and Capitol Hill. Museum-lovers will appreciate National Portrait Gallery and U.S. Naval Academy. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Washington DC: Fredericksburg (Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, Chatham Manor, &more), National Museum of the Marine Corps (in Triangle) and Gari Melchers Home and Studio (in Falmouth). Spend the 20th (Sat) exploring nature at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine. Spend the 18th (Sun) exploring nature at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. The adventure continues: examine the collection at National Postal Museum, admire the masterpieces at Renwick Gallery, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baltimore Basilica, and take in nature's colorful creations at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens.

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If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiports are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Joint Base Andrews. In May, daily temperatures in Washington DC can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 17°C.