Things To Do

United States Capitol

Alex's old stomping grounds. Take a moment to look inside and see one of the most beautiful places in Washington D.C.

Stroll the King Street Mile, one of the “Great Streets” of America

Centuries-old architecture, brick-lined streets, cobblestone alleys and a canopy of twinkling lights during the holidays make strolling King Street the #1 thing to do in Alexandria. Explore dozens of independently owned restaurants and boutiques, or take a ride on the free King Street Trolley.

Take a Water Taxi

As an historic port city and a hub for Potomac Riverboat Company, Alexandria is the launching point for 6 sightseeing cruises and water taxis, boarding at Old Town’s bustling marina featuring street performers and outdoor dining. See D.C. landmarks on the narrated Monuments Tour from Alexandria or take the water taxi into D.C. with stops at Georgetown, The Wharf and Diamond Teague, which offers access to Nationals Park and Audi Field. You can also cruise to George Washington’s Mount Vernon and National Harbor.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

One of the most beautiful monuments. Take a moment to read his famous quotes-- it is a great sight at night time.

Experience American History

Experience early American history where it happened at Alexandria’s intimate historic site museums. Tour Gadsby’s Tavern Museum which hosted George Washington and the first five U.S. presidents, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, an historic pharmacy founded in 1792, and the Carlyle House, a Georgian manor built in 1753 by one of Alexandria’s city founders.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

The newest memorial in DC.

Port City Brewing Company

Raise a glass of Alexandria’s award-winning craft beer from Port City Brewing Company at local restaurants and pubs, or head out to the brewery in Alexandria’s West End for a tour and events like Beer Yoga plus happenings with food trucks and live music. Port City was named the “Best Small Brewery” in the U.S. at the Great American Beer Festival in 2015 and was the first modern-day craft beer brewery in the D.C. region.

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

The Air and Space Museum is one of our favorites in Washington D.C.

Best Cocktails in Town

Irish pubs, live music locales and a speakeasy hidden inside a donut shop: these are just some of Old Town’s top places for drinks. For those seeking exquisitely crafted cocktails, a sliding wooden wall inside Sugar Shack Donuts reveals Captain Gregory’s 25-seat cocktail lounge. For a laid-back vibe with live music, stroll into local pubs Daniel O’Connell’s and Murphy’s.

Library of Congress

The Pub & The People

Morgan and Alex's favorite spot for cocktails and informal dinner.