Cherry Blossom Season in DC is here!
We love the feeling that comes with warmer breezes, extended hours of sunlight, enjoyable weekends, and more! The arrival of April brings a lot of fun Spring possibilities to our lives! None more prominent than the Cherry Blossom season. As a Navy Yard resident, you have easy access to some of the most breath-taking Cherry blossom scenery in DC.
These locations are perfect for a daytime stroll with a significant other and might just be the best way to kick off the Spring season!
Over the next week, the cherry blossoms are set to be in full bloom. We can’t wait to see the full potential of the lovely pink and white blossoms. Below are some of our favorite places to observe the beautiful transformation this Spring season brings to the DC neighborhoods.
What is your top Cherry Blossom location?
Tidal Basin: This lovely scenic location is one of the most popular Cherry Blossom sites in The District. Spend your weekend gazing at the full bloom cherry blossoms as you capture the perfect social media picture.
Dumbarton Oaks: The best part about this Cherry Blossom location is its cozy setting. This forestry setting is perfect for an outdoor Spring adventure and can also serve as a nice in-town getaway.
Haines Point Loop Trail: The Hains Point loop trail spans about 4 miles of pure beauty. With views of the Potomac River’s blossoms, waterfront backdrops, Anacostia River, and Washington Channel. You will want to stay trailing for hours!
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception: This location might be our favorite Cherry Blossom location. The Basilica boasts impeccable architecture that couples well with the breath-taking Cherry Blossoms. As a bonus, this Cherry blossom location offers free parking for all visitors.
National Arboretum: The National Arboretum is a great location to take in the Cherry Blossoms season without a large crowd’s worry. The Arboretum grounds boasts more than 30 varieties of cherry trees with the bonus of having a much more extended bloom period than most of the Cherry Blossom areas in DC.
The Arboretum grounds are open daily from 8 AM-5 PM, and admission is free.
The U.S. Capitol Grounds: You might not be privy to this location, but The U.S. Capitol grounds is an often overlooked place to enjoy a variety of cherry blossom types, including Yoshino and Japanese Flowering types. While exploring the grounds, you will also find the oldest; more full trees are located on the West Front of the building and the side adjacent to the Library of Congress.
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Cherry Blossom season is here! Don’t miss out on the chance to gaze upon one of DC’s most beautiful times of the year.
After you visit some of your Cherry Blossom locations this year, be sure to tag us in your social media posts! @CollectiveApts
