Enid A. Haupt Garden is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

1. Enid A. Haupt Garden

9.3
1050 Lenfant Plz SW (L'Enfant Plaza SW), Washington, D.C.
Garden · Southwest Washington · 8 tips and reviews

Oleg Y.Oleg Yasinovskiy: Beautiful place to get a rest. Lots of birds and flowers.

DariaDaria: Beautiful quiet place

brampbramp: Sit back and relax in this quait little garden.

Dumbarton Oaks Gardens is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

2. Dumbarton Oaks Gardens

8.8
1703 32nd St NW (at R St NW), Washington, D.C.
Garden · Georgetown · 17 tips and reviews

Jura K.Jura Koncius: Spectacular flower and trees, restful places to enjoy nature, a Georgetown favorite

Amnesty InternationalAmnesty International: World leaders met here in 1944 and laid the groundwork for what was to become the United Nations

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Often referred to as DC’s “Secret Garden,” Dumbarton Oaks features a maze of greenery/flowers on sloping terraces, surrounding a museum & 19th century mansion.

National Bonsai and Penjing Museum is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

3. National Bonsai and Penjing Museum

8.9
Washington, D.C.
Garden · National Arboretum · 10 tips and reviews

Nick J.Nick Jordan: No crowds. Serene. Great place to visit whilst in DC.

MelodyMelody: Absolutely stunning and tranquil place to visit! Getting there by public transportation is doable but once inside it would best to have a vehicle as the place is 446 acres.

Emma M.Emma McTague: The whole place is impressive. Worth taking your time in.

Constitution Gardens is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

4. Constitution Gardens

8.8
1900 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Garden · Northwest Washington · 14 tips and reviews

Diana T.Diana Thai: Such a peaceful place to watch the sunset from or just relax after dinner. Off the busy path and great views of the monuments.

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: On northern edge is island w/56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence (DOI) Memorial. Pattern of stones emulates how signers appeared on John Trumbull’s DOI painting. Full site history via<LINK> Read more.

Sunny J.Sunny James: Secluded & off the beaten path. Nice to be on the Mall but not in the crowds.

Cherry Blossoms is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

5. Cherry Blossoms

9.0
Potomac Park, Washington, D.C.
Garden · Southwest Washington · 33 tips and reviews

Chilly A.Chilly Adelie: The walk is longer than it looks. Comfortable shoes a must!

ChingChing: Parking is next to impossible in the immediate area during peak bloom season. Sunrise and sunset photos are great. For early sunrise photos get there by 5am to find a parking spot!

❀mihoko❀❀mihoko❀: Take your time to feel. Try entire basin, hidden paths, mornings, evenings, sunrise, sunset. Her Grace & Stunning Beauty will embrace YOU. She is quiet yet very eloquent. Learn her journey. Be gentle.

North Lawn is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

6. North Lawn

8.5
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Garden · Northwest Washington · 18 tips and reviews

David W.David Weathersby: Iconic view

Drew C.Drew Crecente: Camping is discouraged.

Robin M.Robin Marohn: "Nothing to see here, folks....move along now."

South Lawn is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

7. South Lawn

8.4
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Garden · Northwest Washington · 33 tips and reviews

Kenya F.Kenya Fairley: It was amazing! Loved seeing the history, the photos, and hearing different stories from USSS. Would definitely recommend but be prepared for long lines and possibly waiting longer than you thought.

Presidential LibrariesPresidential Libraries: The South Lawn was a favorite spot for President Carter to go jogging.

10 Downing Street10 Downing Street: You can follow the @whitehouse tweetup using #WHtweetup and watch it live from 1300 GMT/ 0900 EDT on 14th March 2012 Read more.

Botanical Gardens of Wildeland Hall is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

8. Botanical Gardens of Wildeland Hall

8.2
13th St NW, Washington, DC 20011, Washington, D.C.
Garden · Southwest Washington · 3 tips and reviews

Sheri C.Sheri Carbone: It was great. Loved checking out the flowers most of all.

Ashley S.Ashley Shumway: Take a tour! The guide will tell you so many cool things you can't read about! #mco435

OxanaOxana: Интересно, познавательно, мне понравилось.

The Bishop's Garden is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

9. The Bishop's Garden

7.9
Pilgrim Rd (at National Cathedral), Washington, D.C.
Garden · Woodley Park · 10 tips and reviews

Nick B.Nick Barone: Great place to bring a date. Nice views of the Cathedral too.

Dhanu K.Dhanu Karki: Great and peace place to refresh mind with the view of national cathedral and downtown..nice one

Bishop Roan F.Bishop Roan Faulkner: He is the second of four children born to Inez Faulkner and the late Thomas Faulkner. Bishop Faulkner has been in ministry for over 55 years. Read more.

Tudor Place Historic House and Garden is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

10. Tudor Place Historic House and Garden

8.2
1644 31st St NW (Q St), Washington, D.C.
Garden · Georgetown · 5 tips and reviews

Tiny J.Tiny J: So much free parking around the place. Free entry to the grounds, beautiful gardens, a great place for a picnic or just to hang out and read.

DC Preservation LeagueDC Preservation League: Built for Thomas Peter (mayor of Georgetown 1789-98), by William Thornton, this historic house is among the foremost Federal era mansions in the nation.

HISTORYHISTORY: Tudor Place was built by Martha Washington's granddaughter, Martha Custis Peter & her husband, Thomas Peter in 1816. The site opened to the public in 1988 under the stewardship of the Tudor Foundation

Floral Library is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

11. Floral Library

7.7
Independence Ave SW, Washington, D.C.
Garden · Southwest Washington · 2 tips and reviews

Jessica N.Jessica N.: Over 6,000 annuals are planted each spring and bloom until late fall. After blooming the flowers are removed & the beds are prepared for planting a display of tulips, which bloom the following spring.

Justin G.Justin Grimes: established in 1969, this tulip library contains nearly 100 varieties of tulips; read more http://www.nps.gov/ncro/PublicAffairs/Tulips.htm

The Grotto at the Summerhouse is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

12. The Grotto at the Summerhouse

7.5
US Capitol (U.S. Capitol Grounds), Washington, D.C.
Garden · Northwest Washington · 6 tips and reviews

Yoav L.Yoav Lurie: A hidden gem in the shadows of the Senate. Swing by for a drink on a summer evening stroll or run.

Aaron H.Aaron Hemgesberg: No outlets or wifi.

XuanXuan: Tranquility amidst political insanity.

Rose Garden is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

13. Rose Garden

7.6
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Garden · Northwest Washington · 14 tips and reviews

Haryo W.Haryo Wiranto: nice place with beautiful flowers, grab some nice food around ...

Sarah V.Sarah Vorhaus: If you're lucky you'll catch a glimpse of michelle doing yoga on her rooftop.

Michael B.Michael B.: This is a nice place 2 go 2 & see some roses @ the white house.

White House Kitchen Garden is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

14. White House Kitchen Garden

7.5
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW (President's Park), Washington, D.C.
Garden · Northwest Washington · 1 tip

Jill M.Jill Molina: Don't step on the grass. Seriously don't!

Asian Collections @ National Arboretum is one of The 15 Best Gardens in Washington.

15. Asian Collections @ National Arboretum

7.3
3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, D.C.
Garden · National Arboretum · 4 tips and reviews

Cicely L.Cicely L: What a nice surprise! Check out the bonsai display and the columns!

RoryRory: Yes hilly but lots of nice seating.

Jennifer L.Jennifer Logsdon: Very nice but very hilly