The People's Tree - Nation's Capital Washington DC

Where to See the Best Christmas Trees in Washington, DC

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Christmastime in our nation’s capital is truly magical. Those who are lucky enough to experience Washington, DC during the holidays have a wide array of options to choose from when it comes to getting into the spirit of the season. Between Christmas markets, light festivals, and holiday-themed art exhibits, the city lights up between Thanksgiving and New Years. But no matter how many new and exciting experiences are to be had, my favorite will always be the tried and true: Christmas Tree Sightings.

Every Christmas Eve, Seth and I bundle up and set out on our own walking tour of downtown DC’s Christmas trees. It’s our favorite (and first-ever) holiday tradition that we’ve created together, and we look forward to it each year. So this year, we put together a list of all of the best trees downtown as well as a map of their locations so you can make this experience your own.

Christmas Tree Map Downtown DC

1. U.S. Botanic Garden Tree

Washington DC Botanic Garden Christmas Tree
We like to start our tree tour off at the U.S. Botanic Garden so that we check out all of their beautiful holiday exhibits in addition to this decked out tree.

2. The People’s Tree

National Capitol Christmas Tree
Our second stop is just a short walk from the Botanic Garden and is my personal favorite. Each year, the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, often referred to as the “People’s Tree,” is selected from a different National Forest. The tree takes a road trip from its birthplace across the country before being decorated by hundreds of handmade ornaments crafted by denizens of its home state and put on display in front of the U.S Capitol.

3. Canadian Embassy Tree

Canadian Embassy Christmas Tree
This next tree is a true gem hidden in plain sight– in front of the Canadian Embassy.

4. National Christmas Tree

National Christmas Tree DC
No Christmas tree sighting would be complete without a stop at DC’s most famous tree – the National Christmas Tree!

5. CityCenterDC Tree

City Center DC Christmas Tree
2.5 miles and a whole-lot-of-lights later we reach our final stop at CityCenterDC’s massive evergreen.

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