Everything you need to know about the National Cherry Blossom Festival

When is the best time to visit the Tidal Basin? What are the best activities for kids? Where are the bathrooms? Our FAQ has the answers.

To ensure that visitors can make the most of the whole blossom experience, the Park Service’s Welcome Area at the Tidal Basin, which features live performances, tours and activities for families, will now open March 18, meaning the festival stretches to five weekends instead of the planned four.

So how do you take advantage of the extra time with one of Washington’s most popular tourist attractions, responsible for drawing 1.6 million visitors before the pandemic? Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local who never tires of the trees but wants to see something new, this guide will tell you everything you need to know to have, well, a peak experience.

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