Spring has officially arrived in Virginia, and there’s no better way to celebrate than to admire the natural beauty of this new season. Pops of color have already begun to decorate the landscape, and to help you take advantage of this phenomenon, we’ve tracked some of the best spots for viewing the beloved cherry blossoms. While some have already begun to bloom, there should still be plenty of time to marvel at the delicate beauty of these trees.
- Meadowlark Botanical Gardens (Fairfax)
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Visit Fairfax/Facebook With nearly 100 acres of exquisite floral displays, Meadowlark Botanical Garden is gorgeous any time of year. Early spring, however, proves to be the best time for viewing the soft pink petals of the cherry blossoms scattered throughout the property. Address: 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct, Vienna, VA.
- River Farm (Alexandria)
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regansbox/flickr Located right along the Potomac in Alexandria, River Farm is composed of 25 gorgeous acres of land that once belonged to George Washington himself. Near the front gates, you’ll spot a patch of cherry trees and in the meadows, the cherry blossoms take center stage throughout the springtime. Address: 7931 E Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA.
- Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (Richmond)
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens/Facebook Richmond’s Lewis Ginter is a premier Botanical Garden that hosts all sorts of events throughout the season. Springtime is an incredible time to visit, as the cherry blossoms begin to open and emphasize the detailed landscape of the grounds. With a charming cafe on site, this spot also makes for a wonderful place for lunch. Address: 1800 Lakeside Ave, Henrico, VA.
- Red Wing Park (Virginia Beach)
Cherry Blossom Festival/Facebook Red Wing Park is a beautiful stretch of land in Virginia Beach that makes for a perfect place to admire the natural landscape. And this year, on April 1st, the park will host its annual Cherry Blossom Festival to celebrate the city’s sisterhood with Miyazaki, Japan. Address: 1398 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA.
- Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery/Facebook This hallowed ground truly transforms in the springtime, offering bursts of color amidst veteran memorials and grave sites. In addition to the traditional cherry blossoms, visitors will notice other beautiful blooms such as tulips, crabapples, and daffodils. Address: 1 Memorial Drive, Arlington VA.
These are just a few of the several places where beautiful cherry blossoms can be enjoyed. If you have any suggestions about other spots, feel free to share them with us! For more beautiful blooms, be sure to check out Virginia’s Secret Garden Hike.
Visit Fairfax/Facebook
With nearly 100 acres of exquisite floral displays, Meadowlark Botanical Garden is gorgeous any time of year. Early spring, however, proves to be the best time for viewing the soft pink petals of the cherry blossoms scattered throughout the property. Address: 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct, Vienna, VA.
River Farm/Facebook
regansbox/flickr
Located right along the Potomac in Alexandria, River Farm is composed of 25 gorgeous acres of land that once belonged to George Washington himself. Near the front gates, you’ll spot a patch of cherry trees and in the meadows, the cherry blossoms take center stage throughout the springtime. Address: 7931 E Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens/Facebook
Richmond’s Lewis Ginter is a premier Botanical Garden that hosts all sorts of events throughout the season. Springtime is an incredible time to visit, as the cherry blossoms begin to open and emphasize the detailed landscape of the grounds. With a charming cafe on site, this spot also makes for a wonderful place for lunch. Address: 1800 Lakeside Ave, Henrico, VA.
Cherry Blossom Festival/Facebook
Red Wing Park is a beautiful stretch of land in Virginia Beach that makes for a perfect place to admire the natural landscape. And this year, on April 1st, the park will host its annual Cherry Blossom Festival to celebrate the city’s sisterhood with Miyazaki, Japan. Address: 1398 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA.
Arlington National Cemetery/Facebook
This hallowed ground truly transforms in the springtime, offering bursts of color amidst veteran memorials and grave sites. In addition to the traditional cherry blossoms, visitors will notice other beautiful blooms such as tulips, crabapples, and daffodils. Address: 1 Memorial Drive, Arlington VA.
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