Washington, D.C.: Day Trip from New York｜United States

Step into the story of the United States on a full-day trip from New York City to Washington, D.C. Travel comfortably by bus and spend the day discovering the capital’s most meaningful landmarks—monuments, memorials, and institutions that shaped the country’s history.

Your day begins with an early departure from Midtown Manhattan. After arriving in the Washington area, visit Arlington National Cemetery, one of the nation’s most significant sites of remembrance. See the resting place of President John F. Kennedy and the eternal flame, and learn how generations of service members are honored here.

Continue to the Iwo Jima Memorial, an iconic tribute to the U.S. Marines. Then take in panoramic views as you cross into the city, passing notable neighborhoods and landmarks on the way to Washington’s monumental core.

From there, explore the green heart of the city around the National Mall and stop at powerful memorials including the Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Pause at the Reflecting Pool for classic photo views of the Washington Monument.

The route then leads you past key sites toward the White House area, with additional landmarks along the way, before finishing with a stop at the U.S. Capitol, where the country’s laws are shaped. With a full day of highlights and stories, return to New York with a deeper connection to America’s capital.