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Named one of The South’s Best Cities 2024 by Southern Living and given a perfect score for LGBTQ equality by the Human Rights Campaign Municipality Equality Index in 2023, Alexandria welcomes LGBTQ couples, families and friends to our city. Just outside of Washington, D.C., and accessible via metro, explore our historic streets, taste our award-winning menus and venture out to regional hotspots. At the end of the day, unwind at Lorien Hotel & Spa, a proud partner of the LGBTQ community, in Old Town Alexandria. Use our itinerary below to inspire your own whirlwind weekend getaway to Alexandria.
Friday: Old Town Evening and Entertainment
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Saturday: Day Out in D.C.
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Sunday: Brunch, Biking and Brews
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