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Old Town is Alexandria’s beloved downtown and nationally designated historic district on the Potomac River waterfront. The King Street mile and surrounding brick-lined sidewalks are studded with centuries-old architecture, historic attractions and independent businesses. Old Town is the heart of Alexandria, located just minutes from Washington, D.C., voted a Travel + Leisure Top 5 Best City in the U.S. 2025 and one of The South’s Best Cities 2024 by Southern Living.

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