6 days in Washington DC & Honolulu Itinerary

Washington DC is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the activities along Tidal Basin, get a new perspective on nature at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, pause for some photo ops at Jefferson Memorial, and ponder the world of politics at United States Capitol.

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Washington to Washington DC is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also drive. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Washington DC when traveling from Washington in April, with lows around 49°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Honolulu.

On the 14th (Thu), kick back and relax at Waikiki Beach and then identify plant and animal life at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve. On the next day, take in the pleasant sights at Diamond Head State Monument and then explore the different monuments and memorials at USS Arizona Memorial.

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You can fly from Washington DC to Honolulu in 12 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Washington DC to Honolulu is minus 5 hours. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Washington DC in April: highs in Honolulu hover around 83°F, while lows dip to 71°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.