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Waterfront Spot

Tidal Basin

Southwest Washington, Washington

🌸"a sea of delicate pink and white flowers" at peak bloom
🚣Rent a paddle boat for 2 to 4 people
👟Full loop is 2.1 miles, wear comfy shoes

DC's most famous stroll: a two-mile loop circling the water, lined with cherry trees and framed by the Jefferson Memorial and Washington Monument. Come spring, the whole basin erupts in blossoms.

Cherry blossom central
Monument views
Scenic walking loop
Paddle boating

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Upcoming events at Tidal Basin

Friday, Oct 30
Tidal Basin 5k Running Tour

Tidal Basin 5k Running Tour

October 30 at 7am

Southwest Washington

Monuments at sunrise pace

What are you into?

  • Cherry blossom central
  • Monument views
  • Scenic walking loop
  • Paddle boating
  • Southwest Washington
  • Washington

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    Come Alive After 5

    Sat, Oct 31 · 8:00 AM

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    Extended evening garden access

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    Daytime Solar Observing

    Sat, Oct 31 · 12:00 PM

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    Free solar telescope viewing

  • Summer Evening Hours at the Garden

    Summer Evening Hours at the Garden

    Thu, Nov 19 · 5:00 PM

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    Live music among the plants

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