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Going to see the Cherry Blossoms

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Going to see the Cherry Blossoms Tomorrow

Making the trip down to Washington DC to take pictures of the Cherry Trees that are now in full bloom along the Tidal Basin.

This year I’m attempting to arrive before Sunrise, but we will see how that goes. For those who know me, getting up at 4am to make the trip is the middle of the night for me. So this might be a bit rough in the morning and will have a nice supply of coffee to keep me away.

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If you are planning on going here are a few tips.

  • Arrive around sunrise if you can to avoid the crowds. But even this early there will be people there.
  • Take public transportation. Parking is already tight on a normal day, but even more so during this time, so public transportation is the best way to get there.
  • If taking Metro, the Smithsonian is about the closest stop to the Tidal Basin.
  • Weekdays are best, but the weekend is crazy packed with folks enjoying the trees.

Washington Monument through the Cherry Trees

Cherry Trees in Washington DC

This is one of the photos I took on my trip last year. It was a weekday trip, but I didn’t get down there until the afternoon. Even though it was a weekday, people were everywhere enjoying the view.

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