Travel Concierge
For your convenience, we suggest Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) as your arrival airport. You'll be just minutes away from Alexandria and can easily reach your hotel via a quick Uber ride or short taxi trip.
Explore King Street Mile
The heart of Old Town - walkable and magical
Stroll this "Great Street of America" lined with 18th and 19th-century architecture, over 200 independent restaurants and boutiques, and cobblestone charm. The free King Street Trolley makes it easy to hop between attractions.
Historic House Museums
Gadsby's Tavern Museum - Where George Washington celebrated his birthday balls and the first five presidents dined
Carlyle House - Georgian manor that served as British General Braddock's headquarters
Lee-Fendall House - Home to 37 members of the Lee family since 1785
Money-Saving Tip: The "Key to the City Museum Pass" ($20) includes admission to nine historic sites a $60 value!
Captain's Row
One of the most Instagram-worthy spots in America! Walk the cobblestones of this perfectly preserved block of Federal townhouses with their colorful shutters and historic details.
Must-Try Restaurants
Virtue Feed & Grain - American tavern in an 1800s feed house with waterfront patio
The Study at Morrison House - Upscale Mesoamerican cuisine with craft cocktails
Hummingbird Bar + Kitchen - Potomac River views at Hotel Indigo
Craft Beverages
Port City Brewing Company - Alexandria's award-winning craft brewer
Lost Boy Cider - Northern Virginia's first urban cidery
Captain Gregory's - Nautical-themed speakeasy with craft cocktails
Aslin Beer Co. - Creative brews in a modern setting
Sweet Treats
Old Town Dolci Gelati - Authentic artisanal gelato from a global "gelato ambassador"
Casa Rosada - Freshly made artisan gelato and sorbet
