Things To Do

Old Town Alexandria

Browse the King St shops and cozy cafes and bars, and hop on the free trolley if you'd like. Check out historical sites, the architecture, and the waterfront. Weather permitting, you can take the water taxi to DC! Don't miss Admiral's Row, near the wedding venue and hotel. It's a popular spot for photos, and fun fact, back when Betsy was very pregnant, Frank would drive her down the bumpy cobblestone road in hopes of getting things moving. :)

Saturday Farmers' Market

The Old Town Farmers' Market is the oldest farmers' market in the country held continuously at the same site. Saturdays, rain or shine, 7am-12pm.

Christmas Market & Craft Show -December 14, 11-4

The 3 Spite Houses

There are three to check out, but the original at 523 Queen St, is one of the skinniest houses in the world. Is this where Larry David got the idea for his coffee shop?

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Yes, it actually was a torpedo factory - 100+ years ago. Now an arts center home to the nation’s largest collection of working-artists’ open studios under one roof. If you arrive before our ceremony (Overlook Room, 3rd floor), take some time to explore the studios!

Misha’s Coffee

On King St & Prince St

Josephine

French cuisine in beautifully repurposed firehouse. Worth a visit, even for a cocktail and/or dessert. Make sure to check out the whole space, including the phone booths upstairs, and the champagne bar.

Vermilion

A little further up King Street. Lovely restaurant and bar, delicious seasonal mid-Atlantic food and drinks. (The catfish at brunch was a hit.)

Emmy Squared Pizza

Detroit style pizza, excellent burger - really everything is great!

Thompson Italian

Creative takes on homemade pasta and other Italian dishes. There's another location near our place in Falls Church.