Spring Forward with Amtrak Virginia
It’s hard to beat spring as one of the most beautiful and bountiful times to visit the Commonwealth of Virginia. Daffodils peek out in early March with roses, tulips and azaleas taking full flight in April. Visiting Virginia in the spring offers a wide variety of fun things to do. Here are some ideas.
Washington, DC
If traveling from Virginia to DC, Amtrak Virginia offers 15% off Anytime Fares and it’s the best way to avoid traffic and parking woes. Washington, DC hosts the nation’s greatest springtime celebration, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, in honor of the gorgeous 1912 plantings that were a gift from Japan. But spring in the nation’s capital offers more than just nature walks. The Blossom Kite Festival is another colorful can’t miss spring activity – especially for families with kids. With outdoor hiking, biking and other fun at Rock Creek Park and on the waterfronts and a mouthwatering dining scene, spring is the perfect time to make monumental memories in the District.
Washington, DC
If traveling from Virginia to DC, Amtrak Virginia offers 15% off Anytime Fares and it’s the best way to avoid traffic and parking woes. Washington, DC hosts the nation’s greatest springtime celebration, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, in honor of the gorgeous 1912 plantings that were a gift from Japan. But spring in the nation’s capital offers more than just nature walks. The Blossom Kite Festival is another colorful can’t miss spring activity – especially for families with kids. With outdoor hiking, biking and other fun at Rock Creek Park and on the waterfronts and a mouthwatering dining scene, spring is the perfect time to make monumental memories in the District.
Fredericksburg & Richmond
Take Amtrak Virginia to Fredericksburg in late April during Historic Garden Week in Virginia and it’s an easy walk to the tour of homes and gardens on full display. Go in May and you can catch the Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon that runs right by our station. The hugely popular race has turned Fredericksburg into a fashionable spring weekend getaway.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond has been recognized as one of the 12 Best Botanical Gardens Across the United States (Fodors, 2022) and is one of the most incredible spots in Central Virginia to see a variety of spring flowers. Located just minutes away from Amtrak’s Staples Mill Station, here you can enjoy 50 acres of gardens including a conservatory with hundreds of orchids and several themed gardens, including a children’s garden that offers a treehouse and an adventure pathway.
Fredericksburg & Richmond
Take Amtrak Virginia to Fredericksburg in late April during Historic Garden Week in Virginia and it’s an easy walk to the tour of homes and gardens on full display. Go in May and you can catch the Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon that runs right by our station. The hugely popular race has turned Fredericksburg into a fashionable spring weekend getaway.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond has been recognized as one of the 12 Best Botanical Gardens Across the United States (Fodors, 2022) and is one of the most incredible spots in Central Virginia to see a variety of spring flowers. Located just minutes away from Amtrak’s Staples Mill Station, here you can enjoy 50 acres of gardens including a conservatory with hundreds of orchids and several themed gardens, including a children’s garden that offers a treehouse and an adventure pathway.
Norfolk, Newport News & Lynchburg
Take Amtrak Virginia to Norfolk and arrive right at the Harbor Park Stadium just in time to catch a Norfolk Tides game. If staying overnight, there are plenty of other things to do and explore. D-Egg Diner is a popular spot among locals where you can grab a quick breakfast before starting your next day. Then, take a cab or rideshare to visit the Norfolk Botanical Garden. Spread across 175 acres, Virginia’s largest Botanical Garden features a variety of plants, themed areas, Japanese garden and the new Garden of Tomorrow.
Spend spring break with your family at one of Virginia's kid-friendly vacation spots, or explore Virginia cities and towns like Newport News or Lynchburg on a weekend getaway with friends.
Virginia offers something for everyone – from stunning gardens and outdoor waterfront activities to family-friendly fun, there are scenic spring destinations all over the Commonwealth and Amtrak Virginia can get you there. Choose your next adventure now.
Norfolk, Newport News & Lynchburg
Take Amtrak Virginia to Norfolk and arrive right at the Harbor Park Stadium just in time to catch a Norfolk Tides game. If staying overnight, there are plenty of other things to do and explore. D-Egg Diner is a popular spot among locals where you can grab a quick breakfast before starting your next day. Then, take a cab or rideshare to visit the Norfolk Botanical Garden. Spread across 175 acres, Virginia’s largest Botanical Garden features a variety of plants, themed areas, Japanese garden and the new Garden of Tomorrow.
Spend spring break with your family at one of Virginia's kid-friendly vacation spots, or explore Virginia cities and towns like Newport News or Lynchburg on a weekend getaway with friends.
Virginia offers something for everyone – from stunning gardens and outdoor waterfront activities to family-friendly fun, there are scenic spring destinations all over the Commonwealth and Amtrak Virginia can get you there. Choose your next adventure now.
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