Smithsonian Pollinator Garden
10 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20050
This 11,000-sq.-ft. garden with tours offers plantings & habitats showing the butterfly life cycle.
Zoos & Botanical Gardens in District of Columbia
District of Columbia hosts 36 zoos & botanical gardens suitable for corporate events of all sizes. Browse by city, or request a quote and we'll connect you with up to 3 matching venues in your area.
Rose Garden, U.S. Botanic Garden
VXQP+6G, Washington, DC 20004
Smithsonian - Zoo Visitor Center Theater
National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
American University Arboretum and Gardens
Washington, DC 20016
Conservation Pavilion
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
First Ladies Water Garden
Washington, DC 20001
Common Ground: Our American Garden at the National Museum of American History Smithsonian Gardens
1300 Madison Dr NW, Washington, DC 20004
The Moongate Garden
1200 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024
National Capitol Columns
3501, 3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Set amid the arboretum, these Corinthian columns were a part of the U.S. capitol from 1828–1958.
Friends of the National Arboretum
3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
McLean Gardens
3811 Porter St NW, Washington, DC 20016
National Grove of State Trees
3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Constitution Gardens
Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20024
Compact garden featuring a variety of relaxing spots, as well as a pond & island.
Floral Library
Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20004
Vibrant garden near the Tidal Basin showcasing a wide range of tulips & annuals grouped by variety.
Crispus Attucks Park
63 1/2, 23 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Known for its secluded feel, this popular urban park includes lots of green space, benches & trails.
DC Bloomingdale’s Modern Luxury
Washington, DC 20001
U.S. Botanic Garden Production Facility
4700 Shepherd Pkwy SW, Washington, DC 20032
Elephant Trails
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Natural Asian elephant enclosure with yards, a path, bathing pools & an up-close viewing area.
Reptile Discovery Center
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Great Cats Exhibit/Lion and Tiger Hill
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Dumbarton Oaks Park
R St NW, Washington, DC 20008
Green space designed by landscape architect Beatrix Farrand, with naturalistic & scenic gardens.
Kids Farm
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Great Ape House
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
ZOOZ
636 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
Asia Trail
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Gibbon Ridge
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Andean Bear Exhibit
95 Olmsted Walk, Washington, DC 20008
Sloth Bear Exhibit
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Holly And Magnolia Collections, National Arboretum
Holly Spring Rd NE, Washington, DC 20002
The Event Group International
1100 New Jersey Ave SE Suite 2379, Washington, DC 20003
The People's Garden D.C.
12th St SW, Washington, DC 20560
Petworth 10th Quincy Kansas Community Garden
3823 Kansas Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011
Petworth Meditation Garden
Washington, DC 20010
Republic Gardens
1355 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Visitor Center
Smithsonian Zoo Education and Administration Building, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan
District of Freedom#8573311~!#, 2700 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Frequently asked questions
Where are District of Columbia's zoos & botanical gardens?
Most District of Columbia zoos & botanical gardens are concentrated in Washington, Capitol Hill, Columbia Heights, with additional options across 15 cities total.
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