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Tidal Basin
Lake and Scenic Lookout
Southwest Washington, Washington
"Beautiful scenic outlook of this from the Jefferson Memorial"(6 Tips)
"Best time to come here is during cherry blossom festival."(5 Tips)
"3,000 cherry trees from Japan to The United States."(5 Tips)
"Come during the week when there are less crowded."(3 Tips)
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Paige CMarch 26, 2016Gorgeous! Come here for the peak blooms of the cherry blossom trees! It gets crowded, so try to come during the week and walk all the way around!
Upvoted Mar 22
stepherApril 21, 2015Visit a couple of days prior to the Cherry Blossom Festival and you'll see all of the beauty without all of the crowds. Also, wear comfy shoes and see as much as you can.
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❀mihoko❀April 11, 2013If you haven't seen Cherry blossom during blooming, plz do not die. Expect one of the best after longest winter. The beauty is produced only during the winter. Learn their journey & history behind.Upvoted 2 weeks ago- The Ritz-CarltonJuly 22, 2015Cherry Blossom season attracts many visitors to Washington DC. For a picture perfect view of the trees, stand across from the Jefferson Memorial, near the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
- The Ritz-CarltonApril 7, 2017The annual Cherry Blossom celebration is a month long festival celebrating the 1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Japan to The United States.
Chris SApril 9, 2013Bring a blanket or beach towel, water, snacks, patience and a camera. Plan to stop under the cherry trees at FDR park on side of Basin nearest MLK memorial for some R&R.
- The Ritz-CarltonJune 28, 2011Springtime in DC and the annual Cherry Blossom festival, well, blossoms. Music, dance and parades are laid on to commemorate a 1912 gift to the city of 3,000 Japanese cherry trees from Tokyo.
- Rewan PartiApril 4, 2016Best time to come here is during cherry blossom festival. You get the view of Jefferson Memorial. Also offers paddle boating!
IWalked Audio ToursSeptember 8, 2012Approx 3,750 Yoshino Cherry Trees reside here. 1st trees planted 3/27/1912. Peak blooming occurs when 70% blossoms open. Historically varies March 15 (1990)-April 18 (1958). More site info via<LINK> Read more
marcy stoneApril 7, 2018We had such a great time on the pedal boats. Even in overcast weather it was an amazing site and loved by my 8 yo son.
Ellen S. P.December 24, 2015Get great views of the Washington, Jefferson, and Martin Luther King Memorials. Safe to walk around at night.
Richard RevillaJanuary 24, 2015One of the prettiest walks you will ever take during cherry blossom season. Don't fall in.
Amy CummingsSeptember 25, 2017Great views! Can’t wait to come back for the fall foliage and cherry blossoms!
StayArlingtonSeptember 24, 2012The Jefferson Memorial is right on the Tidal Basin and so are the paddle boats for exploring.
Dave LepkowskiNovember 7, 2017A good Way to get your Fitbit steps in is to Walk all the way around the outer perimeter of the tidal basin
Kira MaixnerMarch 20, 2015Great place for paddle boating! Check out GetMyBoat and get on the water! Read more
It's worth waking up early to see the cherry blossoms at sunrise
Going Out Guide from PostLocalMarch 16, 2011#CherryBlossoms: Out after nightfall? Rangers use Japanese lanterns to guide free evening tours. Friday - Sundays during the festival from 8 to 10 p.m. Read more
Joan MatherApril 3, 2010Cherry Blossom during end of March/early April at Tidal Basin is a must see if your in the DC area.
Tyler ChamberlainApril 4, 2013April 4th and the trees aren't in full bloom yet. Few more days and they'll be ready.
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Tidal Basin
W Basin Dr SW (at Independence Ave SW)
Washington, D.C.
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