Washington DC and Virginia · 3 days · about 110 miles

Cherry Blossoms: Washington DC to Shenandoah

Tidal Basin blooms, then Skyline Drive.

Washington's cherry trees bloom for about a week each spring. See them at sunrise, then drive west to Virginia hunt country and Skyline Drive as the mountains turn green.

Official event site: National Cherry Blossom Festival

Where to stay, night by night

1. Stop 1 · 2 nights

   Washington, DC

   Historic hotels steps from the White House.

   Our pick: The Hay-Adams

   Also worth a look: The Jefferson

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2. Stop 2 · 1 night

   Washington, VA

   A celebrated country inn near Skyline Drive.

   Our pick: The Inn at Little Washington

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3. Stop 3 · 1 night

   Arlington, VA

   Metro-connected hotels with easier rates than downtown.

   Our pick: The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City

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When to go

Peak bloom is usually late March to early April.

Check exact dates and tickets on the National Cherry Blossom Festival page before you book.

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