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by David Coleman @ Have Camera Will Travel

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  • Visitor Information
    • 2021 Peak Bloom Forecasts
    • What to Expect, When
    • When to Visit
    • Where to Stay
    • How to Get There
    • Tips for Taking Young Kids to the Cherry Blossoms
    • Monuments of the Tidal Basin
    • Does Rain (or Storms) Affect the Cherry Blossoms?
    • Climate Change & the Cherry Blossoms
    • How to Find the Indicator Tree
    • Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms
  • Photography
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    • Engagement & Family Portraits
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Visitor Information

Information for visitors about the famous cherry blossoms of Washington DC, including guides on where to stay and how to get there.

Washington DC Cherry Blossoms - April 1, 2019

2021 Cherry Blossom Peak Bloom Forecasts

The latest information and forecasts on when Washington DC’s cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin will reach peak bloom in Spring 2021.

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Where to Stay in Washington DC for the Cherry Blossoms

Some local recommendations on where to stay if you’re visiting from out of town to see the cherry blossoms.

Washington DC Cherry Blossoms: April 12, 2014

2021 National Cherry Blossom Festival

The 2021 National Cherry Blossom Festival will be held March 20 to April 11. There will be no Cherry Blossom Parade in 2021.

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Parking for the Cherry Blossoms

If driving remains your best option, here are a few ideas on where to park when going to the cherry blossoms.

Tulips at the Floral Library in Washington DC

The Floral Library

Consisting mostly of several varieties of colorful tulips, the Floral Library is located at the northeast corner of the Tidal Basin.

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Tips for Taking Young Kids to the Cherry Blossoms

Some tips for taking young kids to see the cherry blossoms.

Cherry Blossoms - April 14, 2015 - Fallen Petals on the Path

Does Rain (or Storms) Affect the Cherry Blossoms?

Rain, wind, and even scattered storms are pretty common in DC in the spring. So this is a question that comes up often during cherry blossom season.

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Monuments of the Tidal Basin

Here’s a quick guide to the monuments you might come across as you wander amongst the cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin.

Washington DC Cherry Blossoms - March 24, 2016

Family or Engagement Photos with the Cherry Blossoms – Local Professional Photographers

Looking to hire a professional photographer for family, engagement, or portrait photos with the cherry blossoms? Here are some recommendations.

Paddle Boats at the Tidal Basin

Cherry Blossom Paddle Boat Reservations

Paddle boats on the Tidal Basin offer a unique way to take in the view of the cherry blossoms in full bloom.

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2020 Cherry Blossom 10 Miler

The 2020 Cherry Blossom 10 Miler has been cancelled due to coronavirus COVID-19 containment efforts.

Cherry Blossom Indicator Tree - April 2, 2015

How to Find the Indicator Tree

The so-called indicator tree reliably blooms a week to ten days ahead of most of the cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin. Here’s how to find it.

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What to Expect, When

Here’s a timeline of what to expect from roughly a week before the peak bloom to about a week after.

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2015 Cherry Blossom Peak Bloom Forecasts

The latest information and forecasts on when Washington DC’s cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin will reach peak bloom in Spring 2015.

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When is the Best Time to Visit Washington DC to See the Cherry Blossoms?

The short answer is that there’s no easy answer. On average, the peak bloom occurs sometime around the last week or so of March through the first week or so of April. But precisely when during that period varies year to year. So here’s the longer version.

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2014 Peak Bloom Forecasts

The latest information and forecasts on when Washington DC’s cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin will reach peak bloom in Spring 2014.

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How to Get to the Cherry Blossoms

Information on the best ways to get down to the Tidal Basin to see the cherry blossoms, including by Metro, by car, and by bike.

Washington DC Cherry Blossoms - March 24, 2016

What Peak Bloom Means and Why It (sort of) Matters

So what exactly is “peak bloom” anyway? When does it happen? And does it matter?

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The Symbolism of the Cherry Blossoms

Yoshino cherry blossoms have long been heavy in symbolism in their native Japan. They have come to have their own symbolism here.

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Washington DC’s Cherry Blossoms 2021

Each spring, the cherry blossoms lining Washington DC’s Tidal Basin burst into color in a beautiful display of floral fireworks. But the peak bloom period lasts only a few days, and precisely when it happens varies each year. This site brings together information about visiting the cherry blossoms and Washington DC, peak bloom forecasts, and up-to-date photos to help you make the most of your own visit or follow along from afar.

Washington DC Cherry Blossoms: April 12, 2014

Avoiding the Crowds

Crowds are an integral part of Washington DC’s cherry blossom season. But there are ways you can avoid them and still see flowers.

David Coleman Photography

I’m a professional travel & location photographer based in Washington DC and traveling all over. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.

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