The wisteria vines around Washington, D.C. are one of the several iconic stages of Spring in the capital, but rather than the pretty pink petals of D.C.’s iconic Cherry Blossoms, we get these incredibly photogenic hanging vines of purple wisteria blooms!
Well, if you’re interested in knowing the best spots around Washington, D.C. to see the wisteria vines then this is the list for you!
1. 35th and Prospect St NW
Near 1237 35th St NW, you’ll find a beautiful patch of wisteria vines hanging over a picturesque white-painted brick wall! Although the residence is private and the driveway does pass in front of the wall, so you will want to keep your distance if it is being used, but if it’s clear it is a beautiful spot to snap a few Spring pics below the purple wisteria blooms.
2. P St NW (between 29th & 28th St)
Another quiet street in a residential part of the capital city hosts a nice little crop of wisteria vines that make for a pretty picture!
3. 33rd St NW (between O St & P St)
In a small alley along the street’s western side, you’ll see a stunning patch of hanging wisteria along a painted brick wall!
4. Dumbarton St NW (from 31st St to 29th St)
Along Dumbarton Street in the blocks between 31st St and 29th St, a few houses along the way have some breathtakingly beautiful wisteria vines in bloom! Naturally, as this a residential area we want to emphasize again that you should practice restraint and not crowd or trespass on private property, it’s important to respect fellow Washingtonians before we all turn into the tourists we usually scoff at along the National Mall.
5. Corner of R St NW & 32nd St
Practically right across the street from Dumbarton Oaks Museum, on the corner of R St and 32nd St, is a private residence with an incredible cluster of beautiful wisteria vines on one of its exterior walls. The vines are along the street, so you can enjoy them within the realm of common sense, meaning that they belong to the homeowner, so again, please respect their privacy.
6. 32nd St (between Q & P St)
There is another iconic patch along 32nd St! The wall on the eastern side of 32nd St near close to P St NW has a spectacular bunch of wisteria vines hanging over a nice white brick wall, making for a great photocall!
7. Dumbarton Oaks Gardens
Not for free, but one of the most iconic places to see the wisteria vines bloom around Washington, D.C., the Dumbarton Oaks Garden is definitely worth the $11 ticket! This truly hidden gem is very under-appreciated and, in our opinion, might be one of the best spots around D.C. to see Spring in action around the capital city.