Washington DC is loud, it’s busy, and it can be crowded. Sometimes you just want to enjoy some peace and quiet and luckily there is a little slice of paradise hiding right here in Washington DC that can make you forget all the stress of city life. The US Botanic Gardens is an escape into paradise unlike any other!
The United States Botanic Garden is one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America.
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George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison all shared a dream of a national botanic garden but the institution wasn’t established until 1820.
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It offers a diverse array of plants and is a living plant museum. It promotes the importance of plants and teaches visitors about sustainable practices.
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You can find all types of plants from all over the world, including rare plants you can’t see anywhere else.
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You can stroll through the gardens or you can visit the Conservatory. You’ll find plants from all over the world in this urban jungle. Everything from subtropical, tropical with a variety of bright colors and beautiful smells.
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The outdoor gardens include the National Garden and Bartholdi Park. The National Garden is full of local plants from the Mid-Atlantic region, including gorgeous roses.
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Bartholdi Park offers beautiful landscaping ideas and is a perfect place for a quick stop. It’s a bit of a hidden gem for the locals.
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The Botanic Gardens have different exhibits throughout the year, as well as, various programs and events for everyone of all ages. The holiday exhibition is one of their most popular exhibits with models of monuments and memorials made of natural materials.
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The US Botanic Gardens is free and is open every single day of the year. It’s the perfect place to stop in and enjoy a little piece of paradise right in the city.
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For even more beauty, check out this underrated but absolutely beautiful place in Washington DC.
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