4 Ways to See the Cherry Blossoms in Alexandria, VA

The first true sign of spring in the Washington D.C. and Virginia area is the bloom of the cherry blossoms. The area celebrates with local cherry blossom festivals and the locals of Alexandria, Virginia, can easily participate in this exciting season.

Take a Water Taxi to D.C.

You can hop on a water taxi at the Potomac Riverboat Company and navigate your way across the river to downtown D.C. to take in the beautiful blossoms front and center. The entire taxi ride is just 25 minutes and then it is just a short 10-minute walk to the main attraction at the Tidal Basin. The Water Taxi leaves daily from Old Town beginning March 1, 2019, with the first ride leaving at 9:40 a.m. and the next at 11:45 a.m. Along the route, you will also get to see some of the best sights of the city from the waterside.

Explore History and Blooms

You can enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms right at home on a pop-up tour with Discover Alexandria. The tour starts at the Alexandria Visitors Center and then a guide takes you to some of the most historic attractions in the city. You can enjoy the fresh bloom of flowers all around you as you learn the history of the city you call home. Many of the local Alexandria restaurants even offer discounts and cherry blossom-themed food menu items.

Enjoy the Flowers Via a Bus Tour

If you want to avoid the crowded streets, consider viewing the cherry blossoms from a Washington D.C. bus tour. The Cherry Blossoms Galore Tour is a seasonal tour that runs from March 18-April 15, 2019, and takes you on a half-day tour to the best viewing spots in the city. The tour will also take you to D.C.’s most important attractions including the U.S. Capitol Building, the White House, and the World War II Memorial. Make sure you bring your camera because you are going to want to capture the beauty of the city as well as the historical buildings.

Rent a Bike for the Day

Covering the large city of D.C. can be tiring if you rely on walking. Driving may not be an option and the heavy traffic can make it difficult to maneuver the city while also taking in the cherry blossoms. Consider renting a bike for the day. You can speed on by and choose to stop at different attractions on your route while covering more of the large city. You can also visit the city parks or join a guided bike tour of the city. For an effortless biking experience, consider renting an electric bike for the afternoon.

The cherry blossoms are a wonderful sight to see come spring. Whether you are on the Virginia side of the river or you venture over to Washington D.C. for a guided bus or bike tour, you are sure to enjoy the beauty of the city abloom during cherry blossom season.

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