Make a left onto Bladensburg Road and travel 1 mile to R Street. Make a right onto R Street and continue 2 block to the Arboretum gates. On weekends and holidays, enjoy direct shuttle service from Union Station by hopping on the X6 metrobus. Click here to see the schedule. Make a right on R Street and continue 2 blocks to the Arboretum gates.
Admission is free to everyone.
There is ample free parking. There are always blooming trees or plants. You are welcome to enjoy them from your vehicle or you may stop and park in designated areas near the collections you wish to explore on foot. Bicycling is encouraged on the roadways and bicycle racks are located at each parking area. Serious hikers will also find many intriguing trails throughout the Arboretum.