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    Family Adventure Holidays: Road Trip to Philadelphia from Washington D.C.

    Family Adventure Holidays: Road Trip to Philadelphia from Washington D.C.
    Starts from

    Washington

    Transportation

    By Car

    Activities

    65

    Duration

    10 days

    Length

    303 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Washington

    Transportation

    By Car

    Duration

    10 days

    Length

    303 mi

    • Family-Friendly
    • History and Culture
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    Elena Sadchikova

    Elena Sadchikova

    • Visit the most interesting museums and galleries.
    • Meet the inhabitants of the wild nature and the underwater world.
    • Spend time outdoors and have fun in an amusement park.
    The only thing better than a road trip is a family road trip! During this trip, you will visit places interesting for both the young adventurers and their parents. The settled route makes the trip not only entertaining, but also informative.
    The travel scenario originates in Washington, D.C., and in this city you'll visit the most interesting natural science museum and, of course, explore the inhabitants of the zoo. On the way to Philadelphia, you'll stop in small towns, each of which has its own zest, whether it is untouched nature reserves, or collections of works by local artists.
    Some days of the scenario offer alternatives of places to visit so that children of any age can spend time with joy and fun and get unforgettable impressions.

    Categories

    • Family-Friendly
    • History and Culture
    The only thing better than a road trip is a family road trip! During this trip, you will visit places interesting for both the young adventurers and their parents. The settled route makes the trip not only entertaining, but also informative.
    The travel scenario originates in Washington, D.C., and in this city you'll visit the most interesting natural science museum and, of course, explore the inhabitants of the zoo. On the way to Philadelphia, you'll stop in small towns, each of which has its own zest, whether it is untouched nature reserves, or collections of works by local artists.
    Some days of the scenario offer alternatives of places to visit so that children of any age can spend time with joy and fun and get unforgettable impressions.
    Elena Sadchikova

    Elena Sadchikova

    • Visit the most interesting museums and galleries.
    • Meet the inhabitants of the wild nature and the underwater world.
    • Spend time outdoors and have fun in an amusement park.

    Travel itinerary

    Welcome to Washington D.C.
    4 Activities

    Day 1

    4 mi0.5 mi

    Welcome to Washington D.C.

    So, you are in Washington, D.C., and this means that your unforgettable family trip will begin soon. The program of today will not be too intense, it includes only a visit to a Mexican restaurant and a walk in the park, but tomorrow you will have many bright new impressions.
    Meet the Inhabitants of the Wild
    7 Activities

    Day 2

    12 mi1 mi

    Meet the Inhabitants of the Wild

    Can't wait to see the surprises of the first full day in Washington, D.C.? Let's lift the shroud of mystery: today you visit the zoo, watch the bizarre representatives of the animal world, and also visit the museum of natural science to explore the history of our planet, starting from prehistoric times.
    Your Adventure Starts Now
    7 Activities

    Day 3

    37 mi

    Your Adventure Starts Now

    Today, you can look at the flowering of rare plants in the vast territory of the Botanical Garden, and then spend family time with joy and fun in an amusement park, where every member of the family can enjoy the entertainment.
    From Bowie to Baltimore
    7 Activities

    Day 4

    40 mi

    From Bowie to Baltimore

    Visit a real farm in the morning, and then go to Baltimore. The landmark of this city, interesting for both children and adults, is the urban aquarium, and in the evening you can enjoy the view of the city from the viewpoint located in a real pagoda.
    Close to Nature
    7 Activities

    Day 5

    100 mi0.3 mi

    Close to Nature

    Today you will get a chance to look at unusual plants and animals not only in the zoo or the greenhouses of the botanical garden, but also in the natural environment. After lunch, you will visit a very picturesque place, a park in the Susquehanna River Valley, where you can take a close look at interesting representatives of flora and fauna.
    Visit to the Museum and Outdoor Activities
    7 Activities

    Day 6

    42 mi0.8 mi

    Visit to the Museum and Outdoor Activities

    To make the day the most interesting for travelers of any age, visit one of the two museums of your choice in the morning: it can be a fun educational space for kids, or a museum of fine art. In the afternoon, enjoy a family walk in the nature park.
    Philadelphia: Parks and Museums
    10 Activities

    Day 7

    14 mi1 mi

    Philadelphia: Parks and Museums

    Explore Philadelphia, the largest city in the state of Pennsylvania. Enjoy the subsequent days of your journey in this sunny and slightly bustling metropolis. Visit museums of your choice, enjoy city parks and make a lot of excellent family photos with the city attractions.
     Walking with Butterflies and Sharks
    8 Activities

    Day 8

    35 mi0.8 mi

    Walking with Butterflies and Sharks

    It's time to go! Today you visit the aquarium, where amazing ocean dwellers swim over your head, and also walk along the pavilion with tropical plants, surrounded by fluttering butterflies. As always, you'll visit the best cafés and restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
    Philadelphia Museums: Antiquity Time
    7 Activities

    Day 9

    13 mi0.3 mi

    Philadelphia Museums: Antiquity Time

    The day is very educational both for children and their parents because two fascinating museums are planned for today, one offers the skeletons of dinosaurs and other creatures of the Mesozoic era, and the other - exploration of the ancient civilizations. Have a final family trip dinner at a very authentic French restaurant.
    Time to Go Home
    1 Activity

    Day 10

    0.3 mi

    Time to Go Home

    Your trip is coming to an end and there is not much time left for departure. Have breakfast in a cozy café, stroll through the beloved city center and buy souvenirs for friends and memorable trifles for yourself.
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