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Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens

National Park Service, 1900 Anacostia Drive, SE, Washington DC, DC 20020
202-426-6905
Pretty things to see - and no crowds!
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Ranked #91 of 215 attractions in Washington DC
4.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
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“Beautiful and tranquil park in noisy Washington, DC”
- 21 Apr 2012
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Reston, Virginia
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39 reviews 39 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Beautiful and tranquil park in noisy Washington, DC”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

This is a beautiful park to visit. It is nice all the time but must be amazing in Mid-July when all the water lilies will be blooming. The trails are nice. I recommend this park highly to all nature lovers. The park also provide for good bird watching and nature photography. More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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82 reviews 82 reviews
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
“Visit often!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

Wonderful park with easy-to-walk trails to the river and around the gardens. This was my first time visiting and I plan to visit once/month from here on just to see what's blooming, what's changed. We visited the Visitor's Center while we were there and the restrooms. Restrooms were basic but clean. Ranger in the visitor center could not have been... More

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Washington, DC
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32 reviews 32 reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“We always have a great time at this quiet spot”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

There's always something to see here - herons, eagles, turtles, flowers, - you just can never tell what you'll see. There is rarely a crowd so it truly is a great little spot to get away. The staff are always very friendly and helpful. I More

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New Carrollton, Maryland
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25 reviews 25 reviews
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“Come at the right time.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2011
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The Kenilworth Gardens may be in one of the most dangerous parts of the City, but it is also one of the most beautiful sights to see. If you come in the spring it is simply stunning. This in not only a great place come and see some amazing plants, it is a great place for all of you bird... More

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National Park Service 1900 Anacostia Drive, SE
Washington DC, DC 20020
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