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A busy, historic district along the Potomac, Old Town is marked by cobblestone streets and 18th-century townhouses. George Washington slept at Gadsby’s Tavern, one of the many small museums in the area. Another is Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary, opened in 1783. Indie boutiques and foodie spots line King Street, and there are open-air eateries by the river. The Saturday farmers' market has been operating for 260 years.
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Alexandria
A busy, historic district along the Potomac, Old Town is marked by cobblestone streets and 18th-century townhouses. George Washington slept at Gadsby’s Tavern, one of the many small museums in the area. Another is Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary, opened in 1783. Indie boutiques and foodie spots line King Street, and there are open-air eateries by the river. The Saturday farmers' market has been operating for 260 years.
Restaurants
All things scrumptious in Old Town...
In a revamped 18th-century granary, this hip tavern offers elevated pub grub & a lively bar scene. My #1 Old Town go-to, but upstairs or outside only👍🏻
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Virtue Feed & Grain
106 S Union StIn a revamped 18th-century granary, this hip tavern offers elevated pub grub & a lively bar scene. My #1 Old Town go-to, but upstairs or outside only👍🏻
Old school, dark, and delish! Authentic Italian food that’s hard to beat.
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Landini Brothers Restaurant
115 King StOld school, dark, and delish! Authentic Italian food that’s hard to beat.
A cute, incognito wine bar with a backyard patio near the waterfront with great wines and great food.
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Sonoma Cellar
207 King StA cute, incognito wine bar with a backyard patio near the waterfront with great wines and great food.
Super small and cozy with warm, delicious pho and Thai Iced Tea, yum!
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Caphe Banh Mi
407 Cameron StSuper small and cozy with warm, delicious pho and Thai Iced Tea, yum!
Recently opened waterfront pier bar and restaurant with divine tapas and tasty cocktails🥂
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BARCA Pier & Wine Bar
2 Pioneer Mill WayRecently opened waterfront pier bar and restaurant with divine tapas and tasty cocktails🥂
For this itching for a beer garden in Old Town, this is it!🍻
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Augie's Mussel House and Beer Garden
1106 King StFor this itching for a beer garden in Old Town, this is it!🍻
For the healthy conscious, amazing breakfast bites and juices close to Georgie’s Place.
Grateful Kitchen Co.
727 North Henry StreetFor the healthy conscious, amazing breakfast bites and juices close to Georgie’s Place.
CHOP SHOP TACO
1008 Madison StGood for you tasty tacos for everybody!
Café 44 is a fantastic eatery situated along the waterfront, located on the 4th floor of an office building, so only locals know about it. Their house-made dishes, specialty coffees, craft cocktails, but most importantly, the panoramic view of the Potomac River makes it a must!
Cafe 44
44 Canal Center PlazaCafé 44 is a fantastic eatery situated along the waterfront, located on the 4th floor of an office building, so only locals know about it. Their house-made dishes, specialty coffees, craft cocktails, but most importantly, the panoramic view of the Potomac River makes it a must!
Extensive menu of pizza, sandwiches & huge craft beers selection, plus a portion of profits go to dog & cat rescue.
Large portions are provided of everything, so bring your appetite!
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Lost Dog Cafe - Alexandria
808 N Henry StExtensive menu of pizza, sandwiches & huge craft beers selection, plus a portion of profits go to dog & cat rescue.
Large portions are provided of everything, so bring your appetite!
Located feet away from Georgie's Place around the corner, this homey neighborhood staple has a cozy dining room & patio seating serving Greek comfort food.
Fun fact! Vaso’s was at one time Dixie Pig, a BBQ haven, and it’s neon signs remain as historic landmarks.
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Vaso's Kitchen
1225 Powhatan StLocated feet away from Georgie's Place around the corner, this homey neighborhood staple has a cozy dining room & patio seating serving Greek comfort food.
Fun fact! Vaso’s was at one time Dixie Pig, a BBQ haven, and it’s neon signs remain as historic landmarks.
Sightseeing
Lovely, picturesque Potomac River paved trail that meanders through all of Old Town to the Mt. Vernon Mansion. A perfect bike or walk scenic route!
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Mount Vernon Trail
Mount Vernon TrailLovely, picturesque Potomac River paved trail that meanders through all of Old Town to the Mt. Vernon Mansion. A perfect bike or walk scenic route!
Shopping
The Shoe Hive
127 S Fairfax StFor the discerning, stylish traveler with a love of designer shoes❤️
Reasonably priced, beautiful pieces of jewelry for all ages. It’s hard to walk by and not purchase something there every time!
She's Unique Jewelry Boutique
205 King StreetReasonably priced, beautiful pieces of jewelry for all ages. It’s hard to walk by and not purchase something there every time!
The Old Town Shop celebrates Alexandria’s charm and historic heritage through a unique take on local gifts. The store offers custom gifts and Old Town Alexandria merchandise tailored to visitors and residents alike. You'll find books, apparel, housewares, holiday ornaments, stickers, postcards, and more!
The Old Town Shop
104 S Union StThe Old Town Shop celebrates Alexandria’s charm and historic heritage through a unique take on local gifts. The store offers custom gifts and Old Town Alexandria merchandise tailored to visitors and residents alike. You'll find books, apparel, housewares, holiday ornaments, stickers, postcards, and more!
Blending vintage & modern styles, this family-run boutique offers furniture, home decor & gifts.
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Red Barn Mercantile
1117 King StBlending vintage & modern styles, this family-run boutique offers furniture, home decor & gifts.
Consejos para la ciudad
Facilidad para moverse por la casa
King Street Trolley
HOP ABOARD THE FREE KING STREET TROLLEY
Discover a convenient, environmentally friendly and fun way to travel around Old Town Alexandria. The King Street Trolley transports riders between the King Street Metrorail Station and City Hall/Market Square. The trolley runs daily, every 15 minutes with many stops for hopping on and off to explore the shops, restaurants and attractions found along Alexandria's historic main street.
DASH operates the free King Street Trolley with environmentally friendly, hybrid vehicles.
Search King Street Dash Bus Trolley for more information.