- Old Town is anchored in the west by the majestic George Washington National Masonic Memorial and in the east by the Potomac River waterfront, where you’ll find restaurants with waterfront views, the nationally renowned Torpedo Factory Art Center as well as numerous boat tours and water taxis. Learn more about getting here.
- King Street is a walkable mile of centuries-old architecture and the heart of Old Town’s 200+ independently owned restaurants and boutiques.
- You’ll also find a wealth of historic architecture and attractions—a museum without walls—including the Market Square Museums and more hidden-in-plain-sight historic treasures.
- Old Town is easy accessible via the King Street and Braddock Road Metrorail Stations and is serviced by the free King Street Trolley. Learn more about getting here and around.
- Meeting planners find that Alexandria’s historic backdrop, walkability and unique facilities and venues make the city a perfect destination for small to mid-size meetings.
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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 a Condé Nast Traveler Top 3 Best Small City in the U.S. 2025.
What to Do in Old Town
Let Old Town Alexandria’s historic rowhouses and flickering lanterns spirit you away to soak up a vibrant small business scene, ever-evolving waterfront and welcoming hospitality.
Commemorate America’s 250th in Alexandria
Make Alexandria your home base for America’s 250th birthday. Plan your tip around major events like Sails on the Potomac, June 12-14 at the Old Town waterfront or new interactive exhibits opening at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. During your stay, be sure to explore all of the historic sites and unique events that recognize America’s semiquincentennial.
Discover Old Town North
Just a few blocks north of King Street, roam Alexandria’s Arts and Culture District. Find panoramic river views at Jula’s on the Potomac and rooftop dining at Hank’s Oyster Bar. Check out eye-catching art installations, stroll through Oronoco Bar Park, then settle in for an elevated evening at Oak Steakhouse.
