Name: Dumbarton Oaks Gardens
Address: 1703 32nd St NW, Washington, DC 20007, Washington
Telephone: +12023396400

At a glance

#26 of 38 Gardens in Washington

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.61

6.0 km from the center of Washington

Rating breakdown

5 ★78%
4 ★12%
3 ★5%
2 ★3%
1 ★1%

1703 32nd St NW, Washington, DC 20007

doaks.org

(202) 339-6400

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Dumbarton Oaks Gardens?: Dumbarton Oaks Gardens is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 97 reviews.
How does Dumbarton Oaks Gardens rank in Washington?: Dumbarton Oaks Gardens is #26 of 38 Gardens in Washington by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Dumbarton Oaks Gardens located?: 1703 32nd St NW, Washington, DC 20007 — 6.0 km from the center of Washington.
How can I contact Dumbarton Oaks Gardens?: Phone: (202) 339-6400 · Website: doaks.org

Reviews (8)

Y. Jesse Zlatsin 2023 Aug 10

What an amazing place to walk through or relax in. It has so many little nooks, some with views, others surrounded by flowers, where you can read, listen to music privately, draw, or even write. I can imagine coming back here every few days for some inspiration or to relax my brain. Being on a hill, each of the gardens is terraced, giving the impression that this place is larger than it really is.

Don’t forget to check out the free museum on the east side of the block—it’s beautiful and has some interesting history about the gardens and its proprietors.

Caroline Carroll 2023 Jul 14

Prepare to spend hours in here and never want to leave. So many secluded spots to grab a book or catch up with a friend. Access to the museum is hard- you have to go around since there’s no access from the gardens.

Howard Webb 2023 Jun 22

Incredible gardens, architected by Beatrix Farrand. Very diverse styles but strongly integrated. Well maintained. It has me rethinking gardening and architecture.

Pamela 2023 Apr 21

What a gem! A peaceful haven of beautiful gardens and paths. Each terrace or flowerbed has been created with imagination and care to create thrill after thrill. A stunning combination of nature and human skill. Under $10 entry for hours of joy. In addition, catch the inspirational outdoor exhibition Brier Patch until 3 May.

Tatiana Russell 2023 Apr 20

An absolute must visit in Georgetown. It seems more and more people are finding out about this gorgeous gem in the heart of the city. Magnificent and peaceful gardens and they host events from time to time. Online tickets are required as of April 2022.

F Z 2023 Apr 12

Gorgeous garden to enjoy alone or with a company. I spent three hours exploring the beautiful plants and trees. As a nature lover, this place was my absolute favorite for green therapy. Highly recommended because this conservatory looks and feels great in every season.

Lou Fegans 2023 Apr 03

$7 fee + 2.25 processing fee to enter the gardens from Spring - Fall free in the winter
Must prepurchase tickets online
Plan 1-2hours to explore all of the grounds
Lovely gardens in DC, some areas are better maintained than others. Well worth a visit if you are a local or have visited DC a few times, otherwise I would recommend prioritizing the Smithsonian gardens and Arboretum. The biggest complaint is the significantly limited hours make it challenging to visit (doesn't open until 2:00)

Michael C. Delapena 2023 Mar 27

On a visit to DC I swung by this museum and gardens during the peak cherry blossom season. The grounds, gardens and architecture of the buildings are beautiful. People were laying on the grass just looking up at the trees. Definitely worth a visit on a gorgeous day.