A Group History and Science Lesson in Washington, DC
(trip #102)4 days in Washington, DC ($$$) — A moderately priced 4 day, 3 night itinerary for history and science buffs to explore some of Washington DC's best museums including the newer Museum of the American Indian, The National Air and Space Museum and the fun, International Spy Museum. This itinerary includes a budget hotel. Advance ticket purchases for some museums are highly recommended to ensure a smooth trip. All museums are easily reached by the Metro system.
Day 1
1:00PM Historical Museum Visit
at National Museum of the American Indian
4th St. and Independence Ave. SWWashington, DCGet a Map
- Free
- (202) 633-1000
How to Book — Groups of 10 or more call ahead to schedule a timed entry (free) to avoid lines. Call (202) 633-6644.
3:00PM Group Hotel
at Hotel Harrington
436 11th Street NW (corner of 11th & E St, NW)Washington, DCGet a Map
This is an economy hotel that is perfectly located for the museums on this itinerary and very group friendly with reasonable rates. Suites available. Hire end alternative hotels in the area include the Willard Intercontinental or Marriott Penn Ave with rates from $350-599.
- $120-170 ($100-130 if booking 10 rooms)
- (202) 628-8140
How to Book — Call (800) 424-8532 for reservations.
3:00PM Space Museum
at National Air and Space Museum
600 Independence Ave. SWWashington, DCGet a Map
- Free
- (202) 633-2563
How to Book — For groups of 20 or more reserve free guided tours at 202-633-1957.
6:00PM Day One Dinner
at The Capital Grille (private room)
601 Pennsylvania Ave. NWWashington, DCGet a Map
Private dining for up to 30.
- $30-50
- (202) 737-6200
How to Book — Recommend calling for reservations in advance and inquiring about private room for groups of 12-30.
Day 2
7:00AM Day Two Breakfast
at Harriet's Restaurant
432 11th St. NWWashington, DCGet a Map
Located adjacent to hotel.
- $6, regular menu $5-12, B Buffet $9 per person
- (202) 628-8024
How to Book — Will take group reservations for breakfast so call ahead.
10:00AM Day Two History Museum Visit
at National Museum of Natural History
10th St & Constitution Ave NWWashington, DCGet a Map
The National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) is part of the Smithsonian Institution, the world's preeminent museum and research complex. The Museum is dedicated to inspiring curiosity, discovery, and learning about the natural world through its unparalleled research, collections, exhibitions, and education outreach programs. Opened in 1910, the green-domed museum on the National Mall was among the first Smithsonian building constructed exclusively to house the national collections and research facilities.
- Free
- (202) 633-1000
How to Book — Call to confirm hours.
2:00PM President Tours
at Ford?s Theatre & The Lincoln Museum
517 10th St. NWWashington, DCGet a Map
Fifteen minute historical talks at fifteen past the hour except between 12:00 an 2:00 when no talks are given.
- Free
- (202) 426-6924
6:00PM Day Two Dinner
at Poste Moderne Brasserie
555?8th Street, NWWashington, DCGet a Map
Indoor and outdoor dining. For groups of 10 or less, book the private Chef's Table. A neat option is the To Market Dinner, $60 per person - Chef takes people to the Farmers' Market and then demonstrates cooking the stuff they buy (Thursdays).
- $55-$75
- (202) 783-6060
Day 3
7:00AM Day Three Breakfast
at Harriet's Restaurant
432 11th St. NWWashington, DCGet a Map
Located adjacent to hotel.
- Continental $6, regular menu $5-12, B Buffet $9 per person
- (202) 628-8024
How to Book — Will take group res. for breakfast, call ahead.
11:00AM Day Three Historical Museum
at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
100 Raoul Wallenberg Place SWWashington, DCGet a Map
The Museum's Permanent Exhibition, The Holocaust, spans three floors of the Museum building. It presents a narrative history using more than 900 artifacts, 70 video monitors, and four theaters that include historic film footage and eyewitness testimonies. Most first-time visitors spend an average of two to three hours in this self-guided exhibition.
- Free
- (202) 488-0400
How to Book — Passes can be obtained in advance from tickets.com or 800-400-9373 and are essential for groups. Groups can also call 202-488-0419. Daily Passes are offered 1st come 1st serve in the morning (limited number).
6:00PM Day Three Dinner
at Bistro Doc
518 10th St NWWashington, DCGet a Map
- $50-$70
- (202) 393-5444
How to Book — Call Benoit to arrange private room.
Day 4
7:00AM Day Four Breakfast
at Harriet's Restaurant (adjacent to hotel)
432 11th St. NWWashington, DCGet a Map
- Continental $6, regular menu $5-12, B Buffet $9 per person
- (202) 628-8024
10:00AM Special Intrest Museum
at International Spy Museum
800 F St. NWWashington, DCGet a Map
- $16
- (202) EYESPYU
How to Book — Advance tickets essential. Reservations required for groups of 20 or more.
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