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Time your Civil War tour of Fairfax County to coincide with the cherry blossoms.

See our Civil War sites against a backdrop of blossomy beauty!

Springtime brings the opportunity for Civil War enthusiasts to combine the hobby they love with one of the most legendary spectacles of the year in Fairfax County and the National Capital Region—cherry blossoms! Of course there's the world-famous Cherry Blossom Festival, but the region's battlefields and Civil War sites—like Manassas National Battlefield Park—also boast miles of trails and acres of parkland lined with everything from flowering trees to Virginia bluebells. Plan your late March or early April visit soon and don't miss the once-a-year spectacle of the cherry blossom and Civil War site pairings below!

Visit a site offering spectacular sights.

Most know Arlington National Cemetery contains Robert E. Lee's former home and is hallowed ground honoring our nation's fallen, but few know it's also a Level II arboretum with cherry trees that bloom at the same time as (and offer a breathtaking view of) the ones downtown. Tour Arlington House…

Pair blossoms with a general store run.

Originally a general store, the Freeman House took on many roles during the Civil War. This museum is a hidden gem filled with history and, just minutes away, you'll find another hidden gem—Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. You can even bike there on the W&OD Trail! See the Freeman Store and Museum…

Combine history with horticulture.

The Fort Ward Museum interprets Alexandria's vital role as a Union Army stronghold, complete with cannons and bombproof shelters. This ADA-accessible site is a short drive from River Farm, home to the American Horticultural Society and acres of flowering trees and blossoms. Visit Fort Ward.…

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