What Metro station is closest to the cherry blossoms?

Smithsonian Metro stop
METRO: Use the Blue, Orange or Silver lines and exit at the Smithsonian Metro stop. From there, it’s a 10-15 minute walk to the Tidal Basin Welcome Area, located at 1501 Maine Avenue SW.

What does cherry blossoms represent in tattoos?

A reminder of transience, cherry blossom tattoos are a wonderful floral symbol that imbues love, beauty and the passing of time.

Can you drive to see cherry blossoms in DC?

Take a cherry blossom scenic drive for close-up views of the Washington DC cherry trees around and near the Tidal Basin from the comfort of your car. Our cherry blossom scenic drive route is a nice way to see many of Washington DC’s famous cherry trees along with several monuments.

Where is the best place to see the cherry blossoms in Washington DC?

the Tidal Basin
The most famous and best place to see cherry blossoms in DC is the Tidal Basin. Tourists flock to the basin every year to see more than 3700 cherry trees bloom. White granite monuments like the Jefferson Memorial and Washington Monument provide a stunning backdrop to cherry blossom pictures.

Is it OK to get a cherry blossom tattoo?

Yes, the delicate looking flower is more popularly associated with Japanese culture, and it is that country’s national flower. So a cherry blossom tree tattoo could mean peace if you’re an American whereas a tattoo of fallen cherry petals could symbolize the end of someone’s life if you’re Japanese.

Is sakura and cherry blossom the same?

Cherry blossoms in Japanese are known as sakura and it would not be an exaggeration to say they are a national obsession. Cherry blossom festivals are held in many parks and castle grounds across Japan, but their beauty is also celebrated in countries worldwide.

What is the best time of year to go to Washington DC?

The best times to visit Washington, D.C., are from September to November and March to May. In the autumn, the sweltering summer is gone, taking with it most of the high season tourists. All that’s left are crisp breezes and changing leaves, which, by the way, look great against all those marble monuments.