Parking is limited in the District, especially during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. It’s highly recommended that visitors use DC’s alternative transportation modes listed below to make the most of their experience.
Capital Bikeshare
Cherry Blossom Water Taxi by City Cruises
Lime e-bikes and e-scooters
Metrobus
Metrorail
SpotHero Parking
If you are driving to the cherry blossom trees or Festival events, we recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservations app.
To reserve your parking spot, visit the National Cherry Blossom Festival SpotHero Parking Page and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.
2026 festival micro mobility partner
The cherry blossom trees at the Tidal Basin are located on West Basin Drive SW. The closest Metro stop is Smithsonian on the Orange and Blue lines. If biking, walking, or taking a tax/rideshare, head to 17th St & Independence Ave SW, the Lincoln Memorial, Ohio Dr & West Basin Dr SW, or the MLK & FDR Memorials.
