Where to See Cherry Blossoms Without Leaving Northern Virginia!

Good news! You don’t have to travel into DC to experience the beauty of the Cherry Blossoms.

Northern Virginia offers some fantastic spots to enjoy these stunning blooms without navigating the crowds of the Tidal Basin. Here are a few top locations to consider for Cherry Blossom viewing:

Arlington National Cemetery
The Arlington National Cemetery, the country’s largest military cemetery, is a profound historic landmark. As you walk the grounds, spanning 639 acres, you’ll see more than 400 cherry trees in bloom, many of the Yoshino variety, the same variety found at the Tidal Basin. Those aren’t the only trees you’ll see — the grounds have over 9,000 trees in about 400 varieties, including over 140 memorial trees planted in honor of veterans.
1 Memorial Ave., Arlington

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
Meadowlark has 95 acres of stunning gardens that showcase a diversity of plant life. You’ll spot the pink cherry blossoms at the entrance of the grounds, and even more surround Lake Caroline, where you can sit in the pavilion to take in views of the trees, the water, and the koi fish below. Keep in mind that the cherry trees here bloom about one week after the ones in Washington, DC.
99750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct., Vienna, $8 for adults, $4 for kids 6–17 and seniors over 55

Breaux Vineyards
This Purcellville winery has cherry trees on its grounds, so visitors can enjoy the views and snap some photos as they sip their wine. There will be a free party on March 22 to kick off cherry blossom season, complete with live music and rosé flights. Enter the cherry blossom photo contest from March 22 to April 6 for a chance to win prizes.
36888 Breaux Vineyards Ln., Purcellville

Dulles International Airport
Flying into or out of Dulles this season? You may spot some blossoms right from the airport. In November, Japanese airline All Nippon Airways and the National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Tree Planting Program donated 20 mature cherry trees, which were planted at the West Mobile Lounge area.
1 Saarinen Cir., Dulles

Long Bridge Park
Stop just short of the Potomac River to take in the beautiful cherry blossom blooms. The walkways of the 36-acre park are lined with rows of cherry trees. As you walk the park, you’ll feel the presence of DC as the National Mall monuments linger in the background.
475 Long Bridge Dr., Arlington

Rappahannock River Heritage Trail
Down further south? Make a pit stop in Fredericksburg for a glimpse at these spring blooms. Along the trail, you’ll find pink blossoms lining parts of the canal path.
3008 Normandy Ave., Fredericksburg

Van Gogh Bridge
While spending a day at Reston’s Lake Anne, take a stroll over the Van Gogh Bridge. It was built by William Roehl, who worked with the original planners of Lake Anne Village Center, to link Washington Plaza with a nearby cluster of homes, according to Public Art Reston. It’s surrounded by a picturesque collection of blossoms, making for a lovely photo over the water.
Lake Anne Plaza: 1609-A Washington Plz., Reston