A nationally designated historic district founded in 1749, Old Town Alexandria is home to more than 200 independent restaurants and boutiques alongside intimate historic museums and new happenings at the waterfront. At the heart of it all is bustling King Street, a walkable mile recognized as one of the “Great Streets” of America. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington and America’s Founding Fathers while learning about Black history and African American changemakers that have shaped the history of Alexandria and the U.S.
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Named a Top 3 Best Small City in the U.S. 2021 by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards and one of the South’s Best Cities on the Rise 2022 according to Southern Living, Alexandria hums with a cosmopolitan feel and a walkable lifestyle—a welcoming weekend escape next to our nation’s capital.
Press Releases
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Summer Events Feature Outdoor Festivals, Historical Happenings and More in Alexandria, VA
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Spring Events Feature Cherry Blossoms, New Public Art, Concerts, Festivals and More in Alexandria
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Alexandria, VA Announces Seasonal Cherry Blossom Experiences
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Alexandria, VA Celebrates George Washington’s Birthday With Multiple Events Throughout February
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Black History Month Events and Experiences in Alexandria, VirginiaBlack History Month Events and Experiences in Alexandria, Virginia
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Alexandria Restaurant Week Returns with $35 Prix Fixe Menu Offerings Available In-Person and To-Go
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City of Alexandria Named a Better City for Pets
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