Just minutes from Washington, D.C., Alexandria has been named a top city in the U.S. by both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler. Its Old Town is a nationally designated historic district on the Potomac River. Hop on the free King Street Trolley to explore the 200+ independently owned shops and restaurants.
Learn MoreAs cooler weather arrives, Alexandria's charming brick-lined streets are the perfect setting for fall festivals, boutique-hopping on King Street, ghost tours through Old Town and cozy meals at local restaurants. Join an Alexandria history tour and walk in the footsteps of George Washington along brick-lined streets and elegant homes.
Learn MoreAlexandria is historic, but never static. Here, you can trace the footsteps of the Founding Fathers to the African-American trailblazers who shaped Alexandria. Meet the local entrepreneurs, artists, boutique owners and hospitality staff who create meaningful experiences. Leave with memories that become part of your own story.
Learn MoreFounded in 1749 and home to the nation's third-oldest historic district, Alexandria offers a chance to step back in time through working museums, living tours and storytellers. Visit the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, Gadsby's Tavern, Lee-Fendall House and Carlyle House. See new exhibits at nearby Mount Vernon.
Learn MoreExplore more than Old Town. Del Ray is full of independent shops and family-friendly cafés. Check out backyard biergartens and pupusa spots in Arlandria-Chirilagua. Grab a drink at Carlyle & Eisenhower's urban cidery. Stretch out on green spaces in the West End or visit vibrant Potomac Yard.
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