Beyond New York
Washington DC: the back story
The back story
About Washington DC: the back story
The capital is a long day trip, or better an overnight, by Amtrak’s Acela or Northeast Regional trains from Moynihan Train Hall.
The National Mall
The National Park Service cares for the National Mall and its memorials (nps.gov/nama).
The museums
The Smithsonian’s museums line the Mall.
The Mall runs from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial.
Getting there
Amtrak trains run from Moynihan Train Hall to Washington Union Station.
Our advice: stay a night if you can; there is too much to see in a day.
Why it's on our list
- The National Mall
- The museums
- Getting there
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Washington DC: the back story before you go.