21 days in New York City, Washington DC & Orlando Itinerary

On the 30th (Sun), steep yourself in history at 9/11 Memorial, learn more about the world around you at American Museum of Natural History, take a stroll through Times Square, then head outdoors with City Running Tours, and finally get into the urban bustle at Jazz at Lincoln Center. On the 1st (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: tour the pleasant surroundings at Central Park and then wander the streets of Fifth Avenue.

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Jakarta, Indonesia to New York City is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Western Indonesia Time (WIB) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a -12 hour difference. Traveling from Jakarta in April, expect New York City to be colder, temps between 19°C and 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Tue) to allow time for the flight to Washington DC.

Museum-lovers will get to explore National Museum of American History and Torpedo Factory Art Center. Arlington National Cemetery and Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will appeal to history buffs. And it doesn't end there: appreciate the history behind Washington Monument, wander the streets of Old Town, examine the collection at National Museum of the American Indian, and walk around National Mall.

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You can fly from New York City to Washington DC in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Traveling from New York City in May, expect nights in Washington DC to be about the same, around 17°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to fly to Orlando.

Get a sense of the local culture at Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art and Timothy's Gallery. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like St. James Catholic Cathedral and Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe. Have a day of magic on the 8th (Mon) at Walt Disney World Resort. There's more to do: buy something for everyone on your list at Disney Springs and look for gifts at MacroBaby.

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Fly from Washington DC to Orlando in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Washington DC in May: high temperatures in Orlando hover around 36°C and lows are around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Washington DC.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at National Gallery of Art and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Get some historical perspective at Washington National Cathedral and Capitol Hill. Explore Washington DC's surroundings by going to Gari Melchers Home and Studio (in Falmouth), Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary (in Lothian) and Baltimore (The Baltimore Basilica, Horseshoe Casino, &more). Explore Washington DC further: explore the activities along Tidal Basin, witness the site of a historic battle at Antietam National Battlefield, see the interesting displays at National Air and Space Museum, and pause for some photo ops at Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

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Traveling by flight from Orlando to Washington DC takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In May, Washington DC is a bit cooler than Orlando - with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to New York City.

On the 17th (Wed), pause for some serene contemplation at St. Patrick's Cathedral, so some energetic sightseeing with City Running Tours, take in nature's colorful creations at Hallett Nature Sanctuary, then appreciate the history behind Statue of Liberty National Monument, and finally look for gifts at Yaf Sparkle Fine Jewelry.

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Getting from Washington DC to New York City by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Washington DC in May, expect nights in New York City to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) to allow time to fly back home.