Guidebook for Alexandria
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Great way to go to DC from Old Town for just $13 you are dropped at the famous town of George Town. You can also take the water taxi to go to the National Harbor.
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Potomac Riverboat Co
3 Cameron StGreat way to go to DC from Old Town for just $13 you are dropped at the famous town of George Town. You can also take the water taxi to go to the National Harbor.
Use the Mount Vernon trail to bike to DC while enjoying views of the Potomac River. You can also visit George Washington's Mount Vernon estate.
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Mount Vernon Trail
Mount Vernon TrailUse the Mount Vernon trail to bike to DC while enjoying views of the Potomac River. You can also visit George Washington's Mount Vernon estate.
Stop by for sightseeing brochures, maps, etc. Gift shop. Save 50% when you purchase a Key to the City with admission to 9 historic attractions and special offers on Alexandria shops, restaurants, etc.
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Alexandria Visitors Center
221 King StStop by for sightseeing brochures, maps, etc. Gift shop. Save 50% when you purchase a Key to the City with admission to 9 historic attractions and special offers on Alexandria shops, restaurants, etc.
Held each Saturday morning for over 260 years, Old Town Farmers' Market, is the oldest farmers' market in the country which has been held continuously at the same site.
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Bauernmarkt der Altstadt
301 King StHeld each Saturday morning for over 260 years, Old Town Farmers' Market, is the oldest farmers' market in the country which has been held continuously at the same site.
More than a colossal memorial and museum, it is a tourist attraction & destination; research center & library; a memorial to honor the character & virtues of the man who best represents the Freemasons
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George Washington Masonic National Memorial
101 Callahan DrMore than a colossal memorial and museum, it is a tourist attraction & destination; research center & library; a memorial to honor the character & virtues of the man who best represents the Freemasons
E.S.P for Espresso, Sorbet & Pie. Probably the Best Espresso in Town and excellent Gelato.
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ESP Tea & Coffee
1012 King StE.S.P for Espresso, Sorbet & Pie. Probably the Best Espresso in Town and excellent Gelato.
Just across the street the 7-eleven is opened 24 hours and have a good selection of basic foods, wines/beer and household items.
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7-Eleven
2305 Huntington AveJust across the street the 7-eleven is opened 24 hours and have a good selection of basic foods, wines/beer and household items.
Drinks & Nightlife
Enjoy Sangría and tapas while watching a live Flamenco Performance at La Tasca restaurant in Old Town Alexandria.
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La Tasca
607 King StEnjoy Sangría and tapas while watching a live Flamenco Performance at La Tasca restaurant in Old Town Alexandria.
Another hidden Gem in Old Town. This Bar is right at the intersection of S Columbus St and King St, however it's easy to miss as there are no signs. You know the place is open when you see a blue light on in front of their inconspicuous door. It's hard to get a reservation in advance as they're usually booked for two weeks, but they do take walk-ins. Knock on the door and when they greet you ask if they have availability (explain you're visiting town for limited time and that may help)
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PX
728 King StAnother hidden Gem in Old Town. This Bar is right at the intersection of S Columbus St and King St, however it's easy to miss as there are no signs. You know the place is open when you see a blue light on in front of their inconspicuous door. It's hard to get a reservation in advance as they're usually booked for two weeks, but they do take walk-ins. Knock on the door and when they greet you ask if they have availability (explain you're visiting town for limited time and that may help)
The latest speakeasy bar in Old Town, this cocktail bar is hidden inside this donuts shop. To make a reservation for 1-2 people you can text (571) 281-0059, for larger groups you can use open table --or simply show up as they usually accept walk-ins but expect a ~30 min wait.
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Captain Gregory's
804 N Henry StThe latest speakeasy bar in Old Town, this cocktail bar is hidden inside this donuts shop. To make a reservation for 1-2 people you can text (571) 281-0059, for larger groups you can use open table --or simply show up as they usually accept walk-ins but expect a ~30 min wait.
Part of Vola's Dockside & Grill restaurant, the Hi-Tide lounge servers creative cocktails in a mid-century style decor with vintage (almost Belle Epoque) style posters.
Hi-Tide Lounge
101 North Union StreetPart of Vola's Dockside & Grill restaurant, the Hi-Tide lounge servers creative cocktails in a mid-century style decor with vintage (almost Belle Epoque) style posters.
Food Scene
They attend the Alexandria Farmers Market weekly to select for their Sunday Brunch 'Farmers Market Omelette', and all their meat is sourced from local farms. Good beer selection as well.
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Virtue Feed & Grain
106 S Union StThey attend the Alexandria Farmers Market weekly to select for their Sunday Brunch 'Farmers Market Omelette', and all their meat is sourced from local farms. Good beer selection as well.
Besides their excellent pizza voted Best Pizza of DC in 2014, they have over 200 bottled beers & 14 tap selections. So if you're a beer lover, this is a great place to start in Old Town!
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Pizzeria Paradiso
2003 P St NWBesides their excellent pizza voted Best Pizza of DC in 2014, they have over 200 bottled beers & 14 tap selections. So if you're a beer lover, this is a great place to start in Old Town!
Famous for their good food (and beers) Southside is just a block away.
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Southside 815
815 S Washington StFamous for their good food (and beers) Southside is just a block away.
Faccia Luna (Alexandria,VA)
823 S Washington StItalian restaurant with good pizza selections.
A Bakery, Butchery, Market, Wine Bar and forget "chef tables" they have *Demo Kitchen* - all under one enchanted roof. Layer cakes, coffee, balloons and buttery croissants, wine to sip or go, etc.
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Society Fair
277 S Washington StA Bakery, Butchery, Market, Wine Bar and forget "chef tables" they have *Demo Kitchen* - all under one enchanted roof. Layer cakes, coffee, balloons and buttery croissants, wine to sip or go, etc.
Great coffee and local gem. Locals go to Misha's for their caffeine needs. Very friendly staff and quick service, even though this place is never empty. Not my favorite espresso place (Killer E.S.P. for straight espresso) but if I am in the mood for cappuccino or latte, this is the perfect spot. A plus they have fresh local pastries.
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Misha's
917 King StGreat coffee and local gem. Locals go to Misha's for their caffeine needs. Very friendly staff and quick service, even though this place is never empty. Not my favorite espresso place (Killer E.S.P. for straight espresso) but if I am in the mood for cappuccino or latte, this is the perfect spot. A plus they have fresh local pastries.
If you're not an espresso person, but like brewed coffee, this is your place. They also have a wine bar.
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Brut Champagne and Wine Bar
118 S Royal StIf you're not an espresso person, but like brewed coffee, this is your place. They also have a wine bar.
Belgian restaurant with excellent Mussels & Beer. The "Tasting Room" is their casual side of the house.
Brabo Tasting Room
1602 King StBelgian restaurant with excellent Mussels & Beer. The "Tasting Room" is their casual side of the house.
Just across the street from us is the famous local Taqueria, District Taco. Worth trying and excellent for a quick bite on those days you just want to stay home and relax.
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District Taco
656 Pennsylvania Avenue SoutheastJust across the street from us is the famous local Taqueria, District Taco. Worth trying and excellent for a quick bite on those days you just want to stay home and relax.
A hidden gem (hole-in-the-wall) if you like Vietnamese cuisine. Of course they have great Pho. Keep in mind this place only accept one credit card per table (no split checks on cards) and it is very affordable.
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Caphe Banh Mi
407 Cameron StA hidden gem (hole-in-the-wall) if you like Vietnamese cuisine. Of course they have great Pho. Keep in mind this place only accept one credit card per table (no split checks on cards) and it is very affordable.
If you're into Oysters this is one of the best places in the DC area.
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Hank's Oyster Bar
818 North Saint Asaph StreetIf you're into Oysters this is one of the best places in the DC area.
Great food and ambiance. Genuine Greek owners and the place will make you feel that you're actually in Greece. It has a nice outdoor patio.
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Taverna Cretekou
818 King StGreat food and ambiance. Genuine Greek owners and the place will make you feel that you're actually in Greece. It has a nice outdoor patio.
(Also a SECRET cocktail Bar, see below)
Best donuts in town. Sugar Shack has some generous sized and creative donuts you must try if you're visiting. As a plus they have very good espressos here.
Captain Gregory's Cocktail Bar
Hidden Gem in Old Town. The latest speakeasy bar in Old Town, this cocktail bar is hidden inside this donuts shop. To make a reservation for 1-2 people you can text (571) 281-0059, for larger groups you can use open table --or simply show up as they usually accept walk-ins.
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Sugar Shack Donuts
804 North Henry Street(Also a SECRET cocktail Bar, see below)
Best donuts in town. Sugar Shack has some generous sized and creative donuts you must try if you're visiting. As a plus they have very good espressos here.
Captain Gregory's Cocktail Bar
Hidden Gem in Old Town. The latest speakeasy bar in Old Town, this cocktail bar is hidden inside this donuts shop. To make a reservation for 1-2 people you can text (571) 281-0059, for larger groups you can use open table --or simply show up as they usually accept walk-ins.
Pretty quiet and low key restaurant that has delicious mediterranean food. If you like mediterranean food, this place is pretty authentic and I highly recommend it. However, if you're going out for a date, you may want to consider Taverna Cretekou instead and opt for the outdoor seating if the weather allows for it.
Pita House
719 King StPretty quiet and low key restaurant that has delicious mediterranean food. If you like mediterranean food, this place is pretty authentic and I highly recommend it. However, if you're going out for a date, you may want to consider Taverna Cretekou instead and opt for the outdoor seating if the weather allows for it.