Things To Do
Getting around: King Street Trolley
Free trolley that runs up and down King Street (Old Town Alexandria’s main road) every 15 minutes.
Shopping and dining: King Street Mile
Walkable cluster of shops and restaurants by the river. Includes a waterfront park with ample seating + a few porch swings.
Taking pics: Captain’s Row
Just a particularly nice-looking stretch of colorful rowhouses and cobblestoned pavement.
Appreciating art: Torpedo Factory Art Center
Sprawling facility (literally a former torpedo factory) with 70+ local artists’ studios on display. Art for sale at all price points. Free admission; just wander right in.
Chilling with cats: Mount Purrnon Cat Café + Wine Bar
ABSOLUTELY OBSESSED. Reservations required.
Crossing the river: Potomac Water Taxi
Ferries that run to Georgetown or the Wharf.
Indian food: Bollywood Masala
Great Indian restaurant near the waterfront.
Quick breakfast or lunch: Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Old Town
Israeli-inspired bakery chain with coffee, pastries, breakfast, sandwiches, shakshuka.
Waterfront dining: Ada's on the River
Upscale waterfront restaurant with fresh seafood, meat, and vegetarian options. Never been, but heard good things.
Hearty food + drink: Union Street Public House
Spacious pub with good food.
Sips + treats: Turkish Coffee Lady
Cute cafe with tea, coffee, desserts!
Sangria + light bites: BARCA Pier & Wine Bar
Floating wine bar with tapas, Spanish desserts, sangria. Never been, but heard good things.
