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A red trolley drives down a tree-lined street with shops, pedestrians, and lampposts on either side. People walk on sidewalks and cross the street under bright daylight. In the distance, water is visible.
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Located on the Potomac River within eyesight of Washington, D.C., Alexandria is nationally recognized for its rich history, walkable neighborhoods and variety of independently-owned shops and restaurants. Voted a Travel + Leisure Top 10 Best City in the U.S. 2026 and a Condé Nast Traveler Top 3 Best Small City in the U.S. 2025, Alexandria is a welcoming escape next to our nation’s capital.

 

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Couple enjoying drinks on an Alexandria rooftop at sunset overlooking King Street and Old Town.

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Two women stroll and enjoy sweets outside “Pop’s Ice Cream Company” on a sunny brick-lined street, while two people exit the shop and others relax on benches nearby. Trees and a river can be seen in the background.

Old Town Alexandria

People enjoy outdoor dining under red umbrellas on a lively street lined with restaurants, including an ice cream shop, on a sunny day. Trees and flower planters decorate the scene as pedestrians walk by.

Restaurants

Three women sit at an outdoor restaurant table by the water, laughing and enjoying food and drinks on a sunny day. A bridge and a fourth person sitting alone are visible in the background.

Shopping

Three women walk down a brick sidewalk, carrying shopping bags and smiling, in front of shops with large windows and hanging signs on a sunny day. Trees line the street, and a man is seen in the background.

Alexandria Hotels

The interior of a room at Hotel Indigo in Alexandria, VA overlooking the Potomac River.

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