We biked here and had a great time. Also perfect for strolling or jogging. Wide open spaces are galore. So are wooded, shaded areas. Great experience, overall. Best part for us, however, was the whole bonsai experience. Totally amazing display of all types of bonsai trees!!

Beautiful oasis amidst the city. Highly recommend the Bonsai Museum and the Capitol Columns. Both are conveniently close to the main entrance.

Tip: explore the rest of the park by bike. There's a docking station for capital bikeshare near the entrance. The outer loop took me 30 min. (It's hilly though!)

A great place to explore and experience nature in DC. We visited on a warm spring weekend, it can get pretty busy with families, tourists, and generally just people visiting. Cherry blossoms were in full bloom.

The park is big with plenty of different sections. You can walk it, or easily drive around if needed. There are plenty of various parking spots.

Dogs are allowed and ours had a ball, plenty of places for them to explore. I'm particularly partial to the Anacostia river-walk area at the bottom of the Asian exhibit area. Just make sure you respect the hours that the entry gates are locked.

It’s Azalea blossom season in April, so we visited the Hamilton Hill Azalea Collection and spent the entire day there. Despite the large number of visitors, the national arboretum is spacious enough to accommodate thousands. I know of at least two parking lots: one near the entrance and another in the back. There are many different types of azaleas, with most displaying beautiful colors. Let the pictures tell the story!

It was a beautiful day to be outside enjoying nature and the Arboretum was the perfect place to do so. I got to see beautiful plants, bonsai trees and garden all while getting my steps in! I also left with a new plant from one of the vendors!