Living in DC you can enjoy great outdoor spaces without having one of your own. Thanks to our puppy, we've been spending more time outdoors and noticing sniff-able grass and flowers everywhere. We've really grown to appreciate how DC is so beautifully lush and green. Click through to see our favorite places for enjoying nature in the city...
Do you have a favorite outdoor space in the city? Here's our list:
• Georgetown Waterfront Park (photos 1 & 10)
• Meridian Hill Park
• C&O Canal
• Congressional Cemetery
• The US National Arboretum
• Kalorama Park (photos 6 & 7)
• Old Town Alexandria - both photos 8 & 9
More Great Outdoor Spaces:
• Rock Creek Park
• Dumbarton Oaks
• The Circles: Dupont, Logan, and 30 others throughout DC make for great people-watching
• The National Mall - touristy but still fun
Did we miss your favorite outdoor spot?
(Images: Rachael Grad)
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Ah, DC. I lived there for 15 years prior to moving to the Bay Area. You forgot a few major locations though: the National Arboretum, Rock Creek Park, Roosevelt Island (which might technically be in Virginia), and Great Falls (which lies in both Virginia and Maryland, but is easily accessible via car). Gods, you people are going to make me go for a quick jaunt back to the east side! Th
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anks for the memories!
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I just went down to Jones Point Park this past weekend. I'm on a kick to see as many of the boundary stones as I can before I move in a couple of years, so we started with the first one placed. The park was about a 2 mile walk from the King St metro, but I think there are options like the trolley or a bus to get you closer. I like walking, so I didn't even look those up. The park was nice and quiet, and we sat on the rocks and looked out over the water. We also mocked the National Harbor mercilessly. It was a very nice little space though, and it is right on the Mount Vernon Trail for anyone who bikes.
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The walled gardens up at the National Cathedral are wonderfully relaxing.
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