RV rental in Washington

Affordable Campervan hire in Washington

Washington is the perfect starting point for an epic campervan road trip. It's a lot more than just politics and museums. After you have checked out all the landmarks, rent a campervan in Washington, which gives you the freedom to explore outside the city. You can go at your own pace and take in the best of the East Coast.

Finding cheap campervan hire in Washington is easy with CamperDays. We’ve teamed up with trusted providers to bring you great vehicles at the best prices. If you’re planning a weekend away or a full road trip, we make renting a campervan simple. Let’s look at everything you need to know about campervan hire in Washington.

Top tips for your Campervan trip to Washington

The weather can change fast, so pack for all seasons. Summers are hot and humid, especially in July and August, while winters can bring snow and ice (particularly in the mountains). Spring and autumn are the best times to visit.

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  Driving

  Camper van hire in Washington makes it easy to drive outside the city, but avoid driving at rush hour if you can. Once you're outside Washington, driving gets much more straightforward, with scenic highways that take you into nature. Toll roads are common, so check if your rental includes an E-ZPass. If not, you might need a mobile payment app for some booths.

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  Family Friendly-Activities

  A few we recommend are the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, which is one of the world's most famous museums (and it's free). The National Zoo is also part of the Smithsonian and is home to over 1500 animals. Theres also The National Mall, a huge open space surrounded by famous landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument.

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  The Outdoors

  Plenty of parks, forests, and beaches are just a short drive away. Great Falls Park (just 30 minutes away) is an excellent park with stunning waterfalls and hiking trails. It's a good first stop to get into nature quickly. Shenandoah National Park is 90 minutes away but takes you up into the Blue Ridge Mountains, with great views along Skyline Drive.

Best Campervan routes from Washington

Washington to Blue Ridge Parkway
This is a 550km journey that takes you along one of the most scenic drives in America. Motorhome rental in Washington gives you the freedom to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, which is famous for its winding roads, breathtaking views, and charming towns. Along the way, stop at Roanoke (Virginia), where craft breweries and some nice restaurants are located. The Parkway is full of pull-off points where you can stop and enjoy the mountain views and peaceful hiking trails.

Washington to Niagra Falls
A 650km drive that takes you through Pennsylvania and New York, finishing at the world's most famous waterfall. There are plenty of places to stop along the way, including Hershey (Yes, the chocolate town) and the Finger Lakes, known for their vineyards. Once at Niagra Falls, make sure you take a trip on the Maid of the Mist to get up close to the falls but be prepared to get wet.

Washington to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
At 750km, this is one of the longer road trips from Washington, but it's worth it for the stunning landscapes. If you’re looking for a motorhome for hire in Washington, this is the perfect route for an extended adventure. The Great Smokey Mountains are famous for their misty peaks, wildlife and hiking trails. A recommended stop along the way is Asheville, North Carolina, known for its music scene and food.

Sites of interest and excursions in Washington

Rock Creek Park
Covering over 1700 acres, Rock Creek Park is the perfect stop before heading out on a long trip. Even though it's right in the middle of Washington, it feels like a peaceful oasis, away from the city's noise. You can even go horseback riding on a guided trail. If horses aren’t your thing, they also have a planetarium, picnic areas and hiking trails.

Mount Vernon
Hire a campervan in Washington and drive to Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, the first U.S. president. It’s one of the most famous historic estates in the country, with a wonderfully restored 18th-century mansion, gardens and great views of the Potomac River. You can take a tour of the mansion, and the estate has a working replica of George Washington’s distillery where you can learn about (and see) how whiskey was made in the 1700s,

Annapolis, Maryland
Even though this is outside of Washington, we had to add it. It's a great waterfront down, known as the sailing capital of the U.S. It's packed with things to do, especially if you love the coast. Take a boat tour of Chesapeake Bay, rent a kayak or just get a coffee and look at all the million-pound yachts.

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