Visit Alexandria VA

Visit Alexandria VA Just outside Washington, D.C., Alexandria is nationally known for its history, dining and boutiques. region.
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Alexandria is conveniently set in the heart of the Washington, D.C. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is just minutes away and Dulles International is within a forty minute drive. Three major interstates: I-95, I-395, and I-495 come together here. Enjoy the convenience of travel by Metrorail, trolley, boat, or car or simply relax on board an Amtrak train at the King Street station. Comment

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Honor   today and beyond by delving into Alexandria's rich Black history and culture, supporting the city's Black-owned ...
06/19/2024

Honor today and beyond by delving into Alexandria's rich Black history and culture, supporting the city's Black-owned businesses and more.

Participate in celebrations for Juneteenth in Alexandria, VA with outdoor concerts, events, and historical tours in the area.

The Portside in Old Town Summer Festival featuring ALX Jazz Fest returns this weekend, June 21-22! Discover the lineup o...
06/19/2024

The Portside in Old Town Summer Festival featuring ALX Jazz Fest returns this weekend, June 21-22! Discover the lineup of performers, peruse the food and drink options, get tips for skipping the traffic and more:

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Alexandria is an architecture lover's dream destination. Get inspired to immerse yourself in architectural styles spanni...
06/17/2024

Alexandria is an architecture lover's dream destination. Get inspired to immerse yourself in architectural styles spanning centuries!

Learn about Alexandria, Virginia's history with structures spanning several centuries and styles.

Head to Alexandria's waterfront for a peaceful stroll, riverside dine, boat tour and much more!visitalexandria.com/thing...
06/17/2024

Head to Alexandria's waterfront for a peaceful stroll, riverside dine, boat tour and much more!

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Next weekend, June 21-22, the Portside in Old Town Summer Festival returns to the waterfront! Make plans to enjoy live m...
06/16/2024

Next weekend, June 21-22, the Portside in Old Town Summer Festival returns to the waterfront! Make plans to enjoy live music, craft beer, family-friendly activities and more.

Kick off summer with the Portside in Old Town Summer Festival, featuring an array of live music genres, local craft beer from Port City Brewing Company and fun for the whole family on the waterfront.

Fireworks, festivals and more fun you shouldn't miss in Alexandria this year!
06/14/2024

Fireworks, festivals and more fun you shouldn't miss in Alexandria this year!

Soak in Alexandria’s walkable vibe, vibrant waterfront and diverse neighborhoods as the city celebrates its 275th anniversary.

It's a milestone summer for Alexandria as we celebrate our 275th anniversary! Don't miss out on the festivals, waterfron...
06/12/2024

It's a milestone summer for Alexandria as we celebrate our 275th anniversary! Don't miss out on the festivals, waterfront events and more all summer long.

This summer, enjoy al fresco entertainment, from outdoor concerts to drive-in movies, and find ways to celebrate Juneteenth.

This Juneteenth, explore the exhibitions at Freedom House Museum and the Alexandria Black History Museum, attend events,...
06/11/2024

This Juneteenth, explore the exhibitions at Freedom House Museum and the Alexandria Black History Museum, attend events, and discover Black-owned businesses in Alexandria to support this Juneteenth and beyond.

Participate in celebrations for Juneteenth in Alexandria, VA with outdoor concerts, events, and historical tours in the area.

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride from Alexandria! 🏳️‍🌈visitalexandria.com/lgbtq📸: Instagram user
06/10/2024

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride from Alexandria! 🏳️‍🌈

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Alexandria’s Portside in Old Town Summer Festival returns June 21-22, 2024! ☀️ Enjoy ALX Jazz Fest on Friday and an ecle...
06/10/2024

Alexandria’s Portside in Old Town Summer Festival returns June 21-22, 2024! ☀️ Enjoy ALX Jazz Fest on Friday and an eclectic musical lineup on Saturday, plus a special edition Port City Brewing Company craft beer celebrating Alexandria’s 275th anniversary and family-friendly activities.

Kick off summer with the Portside in Old Town Summer Festival, featuring an array of live music genres, local craft beer from Port City Brewing Company and fun for the whole family on the waterfront.

Plan your next al fresco meal with our round-up of top Alexandria spots for outdoor dining!
06/05/2024

Plan your next al fresco meal with our round-up of top Alexandria spots for outdoor dining!

We’ve rounded up our favorite outdoor dining spots, from patios by the Potomac River to secluded rooftops to secret gardens and more.

Discover the latest wedding trends making waves and get inspired with ideas for your Alexandria ceremony! 💍
05/29/2024

Discover the latest wedding trends making waves and get inspired with ideas for your Alexandria ceremony! 💍

Discover 2024's top wedding trends, from venues to after-party activities and beyond, then get ideas for implementing them into your Alexandria ceremony.

Happy National Travel and Tourism Week! This  , we celebrate what travel means to Alexandria, VA: from our communities t...
05/20/2024

Happy National Travel and Tourism Week! This , we celebrate what travel means to Alexandria, VA: from our communities to our jobs to our economy. Travel touches and improves it all.

From newly opened Madame Coco Emporium to KYO art gallery, Casa Luna cocktail bar and more, find Asian-owned businesses ...
05/19/2024

From newly opened Madame Coco Emporium to KYO art gallery, Casa Luna cocktail bar and more, find Asian-owned businesses to support in Alexandria this and beyond.

Explore Asian-owned businesses in Alexandria, VA from art galleries to restaurants and fitness studios.

Want to know the best way to spend 48 hours in Old Town? Follow along as travel couple The Detour Duo shares their itine...
05/18/2024

Want to know the best way to spend 48 hours in Old Town?

Follow along as travel couple The Detour Duo shares their itinerary ⤵️

Find things to do in Alexandria this weekend with our weekend getaway itinerary. Enjoy activities in Historic Old Town, cruise the Potomac or shop boutiques.

Dreaming of a summer getaway? Get inspired to spend a magical weekend in Old Town. ✨
05/17/2024

Dreaming of a summer getaway? Get inspired to spend a magical weekend in Old Town. ✨

Find things to do in Alexandria this weekend with our weekend getaway itinerary. Enjoy activities in Historic Old Town, cruise the Potomac or shop boutiques.

05/16/2024

Summer is just around the corner, and that means can’t-miss festivals, bar crawls and fun in the sun! ☀️

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This Sunday, May 19, experience the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style. View dozens of rare and exotic cars up close and...
05/15/2024

This Sunday, May 19, experience the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style. View dozens of rare and exotic cars up close and enjoy a presentation of fashion and live music from 40+ local merchants!

The Old Town Festival of Speed & Style highlights the unique offerings of the Old Town community – history, architecture, great food, fabulous people, art, style and energy

Stroll back in time to immerse yourself in the city’s centuries-old stories, take a foodie tour for a taste of the town ...
05/13/2024

Stroll back in time to immerse yourself in the city’s centuries-old stories, take a foodie tour for a taste of the town or follow lantern-carrying guides through graveyards for haunting tales of the city’s past.

Stroll back in time to immerse yourself in the city's centuries-old stories, take a foodie tour for a taste of the town and more.

If this view doesn't give you a mood boost, we don't know what will! 😍 ​​​​​​​​📸: Instagram user
05/09/2024

If this view doesn't give you a mood boost, we don't know what will! 😍
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This milestone summer, celebrating Alexandria‘s 275th anniversary, experience festivals galore, waterfront wanderings, p...
05/07/2024

This milestone summer, celebrating Alexandria‘s 275th anniversary, experience festivals galore, waterfront wanderings, pub crawl escapades and much more.

This summer, enjoy al fresco entertainment, from outdoor concerts to drive-in movies, and find ways to celebrate Juneteenth.

Wander along Mount Vernon Avenue for raved-about restaurants, outdoor drink spots and al fresco festivals.
05/02/2024

Wander along Mount Vernon Avenue for raved-about restaurants, outdoor drink spots and al fresco festivals.

Wander along Mount Vernon Avenue for raved-about restaurants, outdoor drink spots and al fresco festivals. Here are our top neighborhood picks.

May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Get inspired for where to plan your next date night, go rock ...
05/01/2024

May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Get inspired for where to plan your next date night, go rock climbing, add to your art collection and more at Alexandria's AAPI-owned businesses.

Explore Asian-owned businesses in Alexandria, VA from art galleries to restaurants and fitness studios.

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04/30/2024

Happy warm weather wandering season!

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Delve into history, take a foodie tour or follow lantern-carrying guides for haunting tales.
04/27/2024

Delve into history, take a foodie tour or follow lantern-carrying guides for haunting tales.

Stroll back in time to immerse yourself in the city's centuries-old stories, take a foodie tour for a taste of the town and more.

Looking to freshen up your wardrobe for summer? Browse the boutiques in this round-up to inspire your spree.
04/26/2024

Looking to freshen up your wardrobe for summer? Browse the boutiques in this round-up to inspire your spree.

Old Town Alexandria's King Street is a top shopping district in the DC area. Here, find your guide to shopping on Alexandria's historic main street!

From Federal-style rowhouses to a Frank Lloyd Wright house, fall in love with Alexandria's rich architecture scene this ...
04/25/2024

From Federal-style rowhouses to a Frank Lloyd Wright house, fall in love with Alexandria's rich architecture scene this spring.

Founded in 1749, Alexandria is an architecture lover’s dream destination with structures spanning several centuries and styles, from Georgian to Victorian to Mid-Century Modern.

'Tis the season to grab a table outside! Here are some of our favorite spots.
04/24/2024

'Tis the season to grab a table outside! Here are some of our favorite spots.

We’ve rounded up our favorite outdoor dining spots, from patios by the Potomac River to secluded rooftops to secret gardens and more.

Dreamy, enchanting, bewitching...just a few of the ways we'd describe this view!📸: Instagram user
04/23/2024

Dreamy, enchanting, bewitching...just a few of the ways we'd describe this view!

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04/16/2024

We love this pretty-in-pink block in Old Town this time of year!

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On the Potomac River within eyesight of Washington, D.C., Alexandria, VA is nationally recognized for its rich history and beautifully preserved 18th- and 19th-century architecture. Named the #1 Best Value U.S. Travel Destination 2018 by Money magazine, a Top 5 Best Small City in the U.S. 2018 by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, and one of the South’s Prettiest Cities 2018 by Southern Living, Alexandria hums with a cosmopolitan feel and a walkable lifestyle—a welcoming weekend escape next to our nation’s capital. A nationally designated historic district founded in 1749, Old Town Alexandria is home to more than 200 independent restaurants and boutiques alongside intimate historic museums and new happenings at the waterfront, making it the perfect home base for your D.C. vacation and an unforgettable getaway of its own.

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