Washington DC with Kids is Honestly One of the Hardest Trips I’ve Taken. Family 5-Day Itinerary
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I have to admit when we talked about coming to Washington DC with kids, I worried that they would find it boring
It gives me a lot of hope and I'm very proud of the history that this place holds
That was maybe the quietest car ride I've ever been in with my kids
I want to keep seeing the world. I want my kids to keep seeing the world
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Thinking about visiting Washington, #DC with kids? We packed up our family of five — with a 4-year-old, 7-year-old, and 10-year-old — and hit the road to see if our nation’s capital could be both educational and enjoyable for young children. Spoiler: some parts were magical... and some were hard. In this video, we share the 7 best things to do in Washington, DC with kids (plus some hiccups you might want to plan around). From the Smithsonian museums, the National Zoo, the U.S. Capitol Building tour, and powerful memorials to hidden gardens in Georgetown and kid-friendly walking tours — we show it all. What You’ll Learn in This Video: Is Washington, DC a good vacation with young kids? Free & budget-friendly things to do in DC How we handled real-life parenting moments on the road Emotional takeaways from historical sites and unexpected events Whether you're planning your first trip to DC or wondering if your kids are “the right age” — this honest travel vlog has you covered. Featured Stops: Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Georgetown Walking Tour (https://www.gpsmycity.com/tours/georgetown-walking-tour-3013.html) U.S. Capitol Building Tour National Mall and Memorials Beyond, Including Lincoln, MLK & FDR at Sunset (https://www.gpsmycity.com/tours/dc-monuments-and-memorials-walking-tour-2437.html) National Zoo Air & Space Museum ❤️ We’re all about intentional travel with kids, even when it’s messy. Our trips aren’t perfect — but they’re real, heartfelt, and full of learning. If you're a fellow traveling family, hit subscribe and join our journey. We'd love to have you join the discussion with us in the comments below or on our socials! Instagram- www.instagram.com/5HungryTravelers Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086290333103 Menus change. Cross contamination happens. Always advocate for yourself with the staff to make sure your food is safe for your specific needs. All information and sources are based on my opinion and you should do your own research before using any of the products listed on this channel. Do not use the information found in these videos to treat a condition- please consult your doctor. #WashingtonDCFood #DCRestaurants #GlutenFreeDC #AllergyFriendlyTravel #FamilyTravel #SpringBreakDC #FoodieTravel #DairyFreeEats #PescetarianFood #TravelWithAllergies 0:00 intro 2:25 National Portrait Gallery with Kids? 4:34 Georgetown Walking Tour with GPSMyCity 9:25 Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in DC 10:21 US Capitol Building Tour- Book in Advance! 13:30 Our Vacation Got Ruined 17:42 National Mall and Monuments Walking Tour at Sunset 22:33 Smithsonian Air & Space Museum- Kids' Choice! 24:25 Where are the Animals at the National Zoo in DC? 27:10 Washington DC with Kids- What Worked and What Didn't