Popular Gardens in Gaithersburg

"For those of us lacking a green thumb or ones who can grown anything, the U.S. Botanic Garden is the spot to see an amazing array of living plants from many different areas. Dating back to the 19th century, the museum is divided into three separate sections: the Conservatory showcasing displays and exhibits including jungle, Hawaii and endangered plants, the National Garden highlighting a regional and butterfly garden and Bartholdi Park housing the historic, cast iron fountain."

"With all of its vintage theaters and gleaming government buildings, you might not expect Washington, DC to have a lot of greenery. However, the United States Botanic Garden would prove you wrong. It’s a natural oasis in the middle of an urban landscape, and it’s hands-down one of the best places to visit in the city."

"The United States Botanic Garden is next to the Capitol Building. This is a great place to photograph flowers and plants. United States Botanic Gardens by Katja Schulz / CC BY 2.0"

"DC's best mecca of modern art The Hirshhorn is a favorite for fans of modern art and sculpture. Guests can view an exhibition "Art and Commodity in the 1980s," and the mind-bending art of "What Absence is Made Of." Past showcases gave a platform for Ai Weiwei, Yoko Ono, and the insanely popular Infinity Mirrors display. An exhibit on Baselitz will open in June and run through September 2018."

"The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden is an art museum dedicated to contemporary culture and art. Located near the National Mall in Washington, D.C., the museum offers tours, a cafe, exhibits, monthly events, and a museum shop for people of all ages and all interests. They also have a storytime event for children (ages 6 and younger) that features book readings, arts, and crafts."

"A cylinder with a hollowed out middle, the Hirshhorn Museum is a visually stunning building from the outside as well as the inside. Its location set amidst a number of more traditional buildings makes it stand out even more. The structure, housing an incredible modern art collection, should be on your list of places to see."

"With flowers, ferns, trees, shrubs, succulents and as far as the eye can see, the National Arboretum is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the US. It’s also one of the most colorful. From the tidy, well-trimmed bonsai collections to the overgrown willow trees hanging over fields of wildflowers, every inch of this arboretum will dazzle the eye."

"Operated by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Center, the United States National Arboretum is a garden open to the public. Visitors can admire the various trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants that have been cultivated for educational and scientific purposes. Located in northeast Washington, D.C."

"Open every day except December 25th, the National Arboretum provides incredible beauty no matter the season. Visit the grounds to see plenty of nature, trees, and paths, all of which appear differently based on the time of day and season. Visit during various times of year to watch the seasons change artfully."

"Duration: 2 to 4 hou. Hillwood was the home of Marjorie Merriweather Post, a pioneering businesswoman, engaged citizen, generous philanthropist, and distinguished collector. As the heir to the Postum Cereal Company, later General Foods, Marjorie (1887-1973) was among the wealthiest women of her time."

"This beautiful museum and estate offers a collection of 18th and 19th century French art and art treasures from Imperial Russia. There are also lovely gardens that should offer a scenic area for kissing. Don't pick the flowers, though!"

"Hillwood Estate is a heritage and decorative arts museum which opened in 1973. It was the former residence of Marjorie Merriweather Post."

"Sitting on the highest point in Georgetown, this idyllic spot feels like a secret sanctuary free from the hustle and bustle of the city. Along with a bed of 900 roses, the gardens feature day lilies and sprawling forsythia as well as apple, peach and cherry trees. The pastoral setting of this romantic DC hideaway stirs the heart to feelings of love and commitment."

"The excellent, peaceful, and calm enclosures at Dumbarton Oaks are only a couple of minutes walk around the rushing about of Georgetown fitting. On a winter date, diagram a course through the European planned enclosure to find the trimmings and engravings. Dumbarton Oaks pic:flickr,sherry"

"Set on the highest point in Georgetown, this park area is filled with hiking and running trails that follow behind many of the local embassies. In late spring, the full bloom of the peonies welcome visitors."

"Your profound respect for one another will abound while you both appreciate the excellent architecture of the National Cathedral and its magnificent gardens. Bishop’s Palace Garden pic:flickr,chris"

"Hidden beneath the city of Washington, DC is a series of underground tunnels that are designed to mimic the religious catacombs of the Middle Ages. They’re only 100 years old, so they’re quite young by catacomb standards, but their cracked stone walls and curving, dimly-lit passageways will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a storybook of some kind. Holy artwork covers the walls."

"Visit the Catacombs of Washington, DC at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America. This hidden gem is mostly for show, but it is interesting and fun. The monks at the Monastery are happy to give visitors a tour and explain the history of the Catacombs."

"Built in 1888, the Rawlings Conservatory features five greenhouse rooms and a half-acre garden. Capture pictures of exotic flora in the Victorian glass and iron greenhouse, feed the koi at the indoor pond or wander outside to take pictures in its exterior gardens in Druid Hill Park. Catch a baseball game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards downtown."

"A true hidden gem in Baltimore, the Rawlings Conservatory is a historic greenhouse and botanical garden right next to the Maryland Zoo. Entry is donations-based, so you can pay as much as you want for total exploration of vibrant tropicals, gorgeous orchids, and a room full of impressive palms. By @willpowerphotos."

"Encompassing 207 acres, Cylburn Arboretum is a nature preserve within city limits. A Victorian mansion filled with watercolor paintings is surrounded by woodlands with trails from which native and non-native trees, plants, and flowers can be found. Some of the most favored flora in the collection include beeches, hollies, Japanese maples, magnolias, and Maryland oaks."

"Full of gardens, greenhouses, wooded paths, and angelic statues, the arboretum is the perfect place for a quiet proposal where the two of you will have each other’s undivided attention. The Cylburn Arboretum also regularly hosts wedding ceremonies, so you know the location is ripe for romance."

"The Cylburn Arboretum off of Greenspring Avenue is just really fantastic. The grounds are sprawling and there is so much open space to run and play and enjoy seeing the trees and other plant life. There are over 20 individual gardens and some of the coolest old trees I have ever seen."

"In a nod to the hotel's Asian heritage, this spa aims for zen-like ambiance and to be a place where guests may come to refresh their body, mind and spirit. Take a dip in their vitality pools, center yourself in a zen relaxation room or unwind in a steam area. Their treatment menu is designed to relax guests from their head to their toe."

"This elegant, family-friendly hotel with waterfront views boasts arguably the best spa in Washington. Comfortable rooms have a luxury residential ambiance and Asian touches that reflect the Mandarin Oriental's Hong Kong heritage. It's a short walk to DC's revitalised Southwest Waterfront."

"Every room at the luxury Mandarin Oriental hotel features a flat-screen TV with on-demand movies and music. The spacious marble bathrooms are fitted with a deep soaking bathtub and a separate showe..."

"K.Co Design Salon and Day Spa is a full-service salon and spa that offers a range of amazing services, including those for nails and hair plus eyelash extensions. This salon-spa allows you to take a respite from your daily activities. K.Co Design Salon and Day Spa is where you can relax and spend quality time with yourself."

"The most visited of the memorials, the 19-foot seated figure of Abraham Lincoln dedicated in 1922, never fails to inspire. It is flanked by inscriptions of his Second Inaugural Address and the Gettysburg Address. The 39 columns on all four sides of the chamber represent the states that existed at Lincoln’s death."

"Allan Baxter / Collection: Photographer's Choice RF / Getty Images. Many years went into planning the memorial to American's 16th president. An early proposal called for a statue of Abraham Lincoln surrounded by statues of 37 other people, six on horseback."

"The Lincoln Memorial sits on the opposite side of the reflecting pool from the Washington Monument. You can photograph Lincoln up close or get a distant view from across the reflecting pool (bring a long lens for this). Lincoln Memorial by Marc Andre"

"The restaurant has been able to get accreditation from Michelin Guide and that in itself should be a proof to the great food available at the location. The prices are affordable enough and the ambience is quite posh looking enough. The down to earth approach in a posh appearance should provide you with a contrasting experience in its own right."

"Kyirisan only serves brunch on Sunday, but boy is it an awesome brunch with some amazing dishes. Try dishes like the Truffled Kimchi Congee, Scallion Pancake or the Panko Chicken Sandwich for some slightly different, but awesome, breakfast flavors. They also serve blueberry pancakes, a lump crab cake benedict and gravlax croissant sandwich."

"This bar and music venue is as unapologetically divey as it gets in an ever-evolving neighborhood. Happy hour goes late, but drinks are still quite affordable on any of the three floors. Hang out downstairs in a cozy booth; visit the middle floor for stand-up comedy, live music or ‘90s dance parties; and take a breather on the top-floor patio (which is open year-round and covered in the winter)."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Mike Maguire used under CC BY 2.0. For a laidback evening with awesome food and music, head to DC9 Nightclub. Spread over three floors, this nightclub has enough space and flexibility so you can decide how you want to spend the evening."