Business Meetings and Central DC Highlights
5 activities
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Washington, D.C.
Focus on DC's top business-adjacent sites, affordable dining, and must-see free cultural venues, all within walking distance of the White House. Includes seasonal events and iconic photo spots for a solo business traveler.
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Activities
Day Theme: Business Meetings and Central DC Highlights
Business Meeting near the White House
Start your day with business meetings or remote work at a coworking café or lobby space near the White House.
Price Range: Expect to pay $
Duration: Plan for about 2-3h
Opening Hours: Open 7:30am–6pm
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of 8am–11am
Popularity Rating: 4.4/5
Here's what you need to know: Proximity to business and political centers
Start your day with business meetings or remote work at a coworking café or lobby space near the White House.
Price Range: Expect to pay $
Duration: Plan for about 2-3h
Opening Hours: Open 7:30am–6pm
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of 8am–11am
Popularity Rating: 4.4/5
Here's what you need to know: Proximity to business and political centers
Walk Around the White House & Lafayette Square
Take a stroll for iconic photos and people-watching in front of the White House and Lafayette Square, with excellent views for quick photo opportunities.
Price Range: Expect to pay Free
Duration: Plan for about 30min
Entrance Fee: Entry fee: Free
Opening Hours: Open 24/7 (exterior only)
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of Morning, Lunch
Popularity Rating: 4.6/5
White House selfie
If you're wondering what to order, Snap a classic DC shot with the White House in the background
Here's what you need to know: Proximity to power and DC history
Take a stroll for iconic photos and people-watching in front of the White House and Lafayette Square, with excellent views for quick photo opportunities.
Price Range: Expect to pay Free
Duration: Plan for about 30min
Entrance Fee: Entry fee: Free
Opening Hours: Open 24/7 (exterior only)
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of Morning, Lunch
Popularity Rating: 4.6/5
White House selfie
If you're wondering what to order, Snap a classic DC shot with the White House in the background
Here's what you need to know: Proximity to power and DC history
Quick Lunch at Food Trucks (National Mall)
Enjoy affordable cuisine from DC’s popular food trucks, typically parked near the National Mall, with lots of global street food options.
Price Range: Expect to pay $
Cuisine: Specializes in Global street food cuisine
Duration: Plan for about 30min
Opening Hours: Open 11am–2pm
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of 12pm–1:30pm
Popularity Rating: 4.3/5
Korean BBQ taco or Falafel wrap
If you're wondering what to order, Fast, fresh, and uniquely DC lunch experience
Here's what you need to know: Budget-friendly and quick
Enjoy affordable cuisine from DC’s popular food trucks, typically parked near the National Mall, with lots of global street food options.
Price Range: Expect to pay $
Cuisine: Specializes in Global street food cuisine
Duration: Plan for about 30min
Opening Hours: Open 11am–2pm
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of 12pm–1:30pm
Popularity Rating: 4.3/5
Korean BBQ taco or Falafel wrap
If you're wondering what to order, Fast, fresh, and uniquely DC lunch experience
Here's what you need to know: Budget-friendly and quick
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Browse fascinating exhibits tracing America’s business, political, and pop culture history. Free admission and centrally located on the Mall.
Price Range: Expect to pay Free
Duration: Plan for about 2h
Entrance Fee: Entry fee: Free
Opening Hours: Open 10am–5:30pm
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of Afternoon
Popularity Rating: 4.7/5
The Star-Spangled Banner exhibit
If you're wondering what to order, Iconic flag that inspired the national anthem
Here's what you need to know: World-class, free museum
Browse fascinating exhibits tracing America’s business, political, and pop culture history. Free admission and centrally located on the Mall.
Price Range: Expect to pay Free
Duration: Plan for about 2h
Entrance Fee: Entry fee: Free
Opening Hours: Open 10am–5:30pm
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of Afternoon
Popularity Rating: 4.7/5
The Star-Spangled Banner exhibit
If you're wondering what to order, Iconic flag that inspired the national anthem
Here's what you need to know: World-class, free museum
Spring Cultural Festival (Passport DC)
Participate in 'Around the World Embassy Tour,' part of Passport DC, where embassies open their doors with free cultural displays, tastings, and performances. This signature event takes place in early May and offers an unforgettable seasonal glimpse into DC’s international scene. (Check registration details for 2025 schedule.)
Price Range: Expect to pay Free
Cuisine: Specializes in Global cuisine
Duration: Plan for about 2-3h
Entrance Fee: Entry fee: Free
Opening Hours: Open 5pm–8pm
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of Evening
Popularity Rating: 4.8/5
International snacks & photo ops
If you're wondering what to order, Try authentic treats from multiple countries
Here's what you need to know: Only available in early May
Participate in 'Around the World Embassy Tour,' part of Passport DC, where embassies open their doors with free cultural displays, tastings, and performances. This signature event takes place in early May and offers an unforgettable seasonal glimpse into DC’s international scene. (Check registration details for 2025 schedule.)
Price Range: Expect to pay Free
Cuisine: Specializes in Global cuisine
Duration: Plan for about 2-3h
Entrance Fee: Entry fee: Free
Opening Hours: Open 5pm–8pm
Popular Times: To avoid crowds, visit outside of Evening
Popularity Rating: 4.8/5
International snacks & photo ops
If you're wondering what to order, Try authentic treats from multiple countries
Here's what you need to know: Only available in early May
Accommodation
Hotel Harrington
Historic, budget-friendly hotel just steps from the White House and National Mall. Basic rooms, free WiFi, and unbeatable central location.
Local Tips
- Buy a SmarTrip card for efficient Metro/bus travel.
- Museum security can be strict—minimal bags recommended.
- Arrive early for better food truck options at lunch.
- Embassy Row can be very busy during Passport DC; plan to arrive early.
Photo Spots
- White House North Lawn
- 14th Street National Mall food trucks
- Smithsonian Castle grounds
- Embassy Row, especially during Passport DC
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