How to make the most of 1 day in Washington, DC - The Points Guy

How to make the most of 1 day in Washington, DC - The Points Guy

Editor’s note: This trip took place in 2023, but this article has been updated in 2025 with current information. Washington, D.C., offers visitors world-renowned museums and iconic landmarks like the White House, the Capitol and the monuments along the National Mall. However, the city isn’t only about history. There are also booming food and entertainment scenes. Many Americans first come to the nation’s capital on a school trip. But if you’ve n…