Jessica & Anibal

Things To Do

Old Town Alexandria has more than 200 independent restaurants and boutiques alongside historic sites right on the Potomac River. Founded in 1749, this historic city is easily accessible by water taxi, metro, bikeshare, and more. If you're local, you know it's great, if you're traveling from out of town, you’ll quickly discover why Alexandria has been named a Top 5 Best Small City in the U.S. for multiple years by Condé Nast. And it's only 20 minutes outside Washington DC. If you're traveling in, stay around the wedding location with the activities below or venture into the nation's capital for some sightseeing.

King Street

King Street, Alexandria, VA

Stroll along mile-long King Street and grab an ice cream at Kilwin's, listen to street performers, and look for historic site markers on buildings.

The National Cherry Blossom Festival

Washington, DC 20005

In 2026, the National Cherry Blossom festival runs from March 20 - April 12th! Will we get lucky with blooms? All fingers and toes are crossed! This year's festival is especially notable as it aligns with the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon, VA

George Washington's home, Mount Vernon, is a 10 minute drive from Old Town.

Self-Guided History Tour

221 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Grab a free map at the history center one block from the wedding venue and enjoy a self-guided walking tour by following the map! They even give you a prize when you finish the tour back at the history center.

Carlyle House Historic Park

121 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

A Georgian manor house built in 1753 by merchant and city founder John Carlyle. Here, five royal governors and General Braddock met to discuss funding of the French and Indian War.

Torpedo Factory Art Center

105 North Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

The Torpedo Factory Art Center is home to the nation’s largest collection of working-artists’ open studios under one roof. It's free to enter and walk around.

Mount Purrnon Cat Café + Wine Bar

109 South Alfred Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

You know you want to. Meow!

Turkish Coffee Lady

1001 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Our favorite coffee shop in Old Town.

Old Town Books

130 South Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

A quaint bookshop one block from the wedding venue.

Ghost and Graveyard Tour

Alexandria Visitor Center (Ramsay House), 221 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

If you dare!

National Harbor

National Harbor, MD

Take the water taxi across the Potomac River to National Harbor for dining, a ferris wheel, and shopping.

Find a speak easy!

Can you find it?, Alexandria, VA

Old Town has many speakeasy's - if you can find them!

For all the days along the way

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