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Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Virginia, DC, and Maryland

Pink Blooms at the Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial one of the Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC, photo by Charles McCool of McCoolTravel

This complete guide to where to see cherry blossoms in Virginia, DC, and Maryland includes popular and hidden locations plus tips on when and how to see the blooms. We’ve … Read more

Mother’s Day Outings and Mom-Friendly Fun in Northern VA

Farmer's Market peonies

These fun Mother’s Day outings in Northern Virginia are a fantastic alternative to a traditional Mother’s Day brunch. For each activity, we suggest two or more Mother’s Day outings: one … Read more

15 Gorgeous Gardens In Virginia and Washington DC

Meadowlark Botanical Garden cherry blossoms Vienna Virginia

The Washington DC region is blessed with changing seasons, diverse nature, and rich history. The many beautiful gardens in Virginia and DC reflect that diversity with sites that offer year-round … Read more

Green Spring Gardens: An Oasis of Beauty and History

Green Spring Gardens Historic Site entry

Green Spring Gardens packs a lot into its 31 acres—demonstration gardens, a horticulture center and library, ponds, paths, and a Historic House built in 1780. Like Vienna’s Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, it’s … Read more

Visit Meadowlark Botanical Gardens for Year-round Beauty in Northern VA

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Vienna Virginia

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens offers 95 acres of stunning beauty, paved and natural paths, beautiful cherry blossoms and seasonal plantings, and a unique Korean Bell Garden. The garden is located just … Read more

Visit Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond Virginia

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden tulips and Conservatory, Richmond Virginia

What better way to celebrate nature’s beauty than with a relaxing stroll through the paths and Conservatory of the beautiful Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond, Virginia. In spring you’ll find an … Read more

Julie McCool is a travel writer and the creator of Fun in Fairfax VA a Northern Virginia travel blog.

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