The Jefferson Memorial is visible Wednesday as visitors to the Tidal Basin walk along an area as cherry trees enter peak bloom this week in Washington.

Bring along comfortable shoes and blister prevention. It is a 1 mile walk from the Smithsonian Metro station to the Tidal Basin Welcome Area. The Tidal Basin walkway is about a 1.8 mile loop.

The Thomas Jefferson Memorial, reflected in the Tidal Basin, pays tribute to the author of the Declaration of Independence, ...

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Stroll around the Tidal Basin is ranked #1 out of 41 things to do in Washington, D.C.. See pictures and our review of Stroll around the Tidal Basin.

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