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Visit Alexandria VA Just outside Washington, D.C., Alexandria is nationally known for its history, dining and boutiques. region.
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Alexandria is conveniently set in the heart of the Washington, D.C. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is just minutes away and Dulles International is within a forty minute drive. Three major interstates: I-95, I-395, and I-495 come together here. Enjoy the convenience of travel by Metrorail, trolley, boat, or car or simply relax on board an Amtrak train at the King Street station. Comment

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It started as water cooler talk. 🌍The team behind the Around the World Cultural Food Festival is a diverse group from ev...
08/28/2026

It started as water cooler talk. 🌍

The team behind the Around the World Cultural Food Festival is a diverse group from every corner of the globe. As they swapped stories about food, customs and little-known facts from their home countries, someone had an idea: what if we turned this into a festival?

Ten years later, that conversation has grown into one of Alexandria's most beloved annual celebrations, drawing 20,000 guests to Oronoco Bay Park for a day of 100% authentic, traditional dishes from 20 countries, live cultural performances and artisan vendors from around the world. Every menu item is vetted months in advance, and every performance comes with a cultural introduction.

Festival organizers say the food and music draw you in, but it's the culture, education and connection that stay with you long after the last bite.

This Saturday, August 29, come unlock a little piece of the world at the Alexandria waterfront. Free admission, 11 AM to 7 PM.

Read the full story 👉 https://bit.ly/4gHfeGx

Alexandria's story is made up of the little things. This is your sign to slow down and pay attention on your next stroll...
08/25/2026

Alexandria's story is made up of the little things.

This is your sign to slow down and pay attention on your next stroll through the city. The details have a way of unlocking something unexpected.

Thank you to on Instagram for capturing and sharing this beautiful snapshot! 📸☀️

🚨 Amtrak Flash Sale Alert 🚨 Planning a fall escape? Book by August 26 and save up to 25% on Amtrak travel for trips Sept...
08/21/2026

🚨 Amtrak Flash Sale Alert 🚨

Planning a fall escape? Book by August 26 and save up to 25% on Amtrak travel for trips September 9 through November 13.

Arrive in Alexandria stress-free and step right into the heart of Old Town. Wander beneath colorful fall foliage, explore one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants, and enjoy seasonal experiences including:

✨ Exploring independent boutiques and critically acclaimed restaurants

👻 Joining a lantern-led ghost tour
🎨 Experiencing fall favorites like Art on the Avenue
🚶Taking in autumn views along the Potomac River waterfront

Skip the traffic and leave the car behind this autumn.

Learn more and start planning your fall getaway: https://www.amtrak.com/promotions/falling-fares-sale.html

08/21/2026

Last chance to enjoy chef-driven, prix fixe dinner menus at 75+ Alexandria restaurants. Restaurant Week is happening now through August 23!

Explore Alexandria’s diverse culinary scene neighborhood by neighborhood — from chef-driven menus and waterfront dining in Old Town to beloved local spots and family favorites in Del Ray to global flavors in Arlandria-Chirilagua and the West End.

Browse the menus here: https://bit.ly/3JkknYh

08/20/2026

In case you missed it: You can now take the City Cruises Potomac Water Taxi from Old Town Alexandria directly to George Washington's Mount Vernon.

Board at the Alexandria City Marina, cruise the Potomac River and arrive at one of the nation’s most iconic historic estates just like George Washington once did. Tickets include round-trip transportation and admission to George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

Once you’re there, don’t miss the newly restored mansion and the brand-new exhibition, George Washington: A Revolutionary Life.

👉 Plan your Mount Vernon voyage here: https://bit.ly/4wymnzx

There’s just something about late summer at the waterfront. ⛵ These are the memorable snapshots worth chasing before the...
08/19/2026

There’s just something about late summer at the waterfront. ⛵

These are the memorable snapshots worth chasing before the season slips away. Tag us in your photos or use to be featured here!

📸 Photos by Corey Allen (.allen_photography on Instagram)

Behind every great menu is a story worth knowing. 🍽️ Jahmond Quander and Chef Eleazar Tena, the duo behind 1799 Prime St...
08/12/2026

Behind every great menu is a story worth knowing. 🍽️

Jahmond Quander and Chef Eleazar Tena, the duo behind 1799 Prime Steak & Seafood, are two of the faces you'll get to know during Alexandria Restaurant Week, August 14–23. Just eight miles from Mount Vernon, where his ancestors were once enslaved, Jahmond opened 1799 Prime as a tribute to a more than 350-year family legacy, where history isn't just remembered; it's savored. This story, like so many others across Alexandria's restaurants, is woven into every dish they serve.

For 10 days and two weekends, explore prix fixe menus at $35, $45 or $55 per person across Old Town, Del Ray, Arlandria-Chirilagua, the West End and beyond. This is your chance to unlock the stories – and the flavors – that make Alexandria's dining scene unlike anywhere else.

Browse the menus: https://bit.ly/3JkknYh

Alexandria Restaurant Week is coming August 14–23 and the menus are ready to explore! For 10 days and two weekends, res...
08/03/2026

Alexandria Restaurant Week is coming August 14–23 and the menus are ready to explore!

For 10 days and two weekends, restaurants across Alexandria will offer special prix fixe dinner menus you won't find any other time of year. From chef-driven tasting menus and waterfront dining in Old Town to beloved neighborhood spots in Del Ray, global flavors in Arlandria-Chirilagua, and local favorites in the West End, there's something for everyone.

Priced at $35, $45 or $55 per person, these multi-course dinners are your invitation to explore a rich tapestry of cuisines, uncover the hidden stories behind Alexandria's restaurants, and savor authentic flavors from around the world. One riverfront destination, 10 days and every reason to stay a little longer.

Browse participating restaurants and menus 👉 https://bit.ly/3JkknYh

July, you were one for the books! 🎆 We kicked off this month with a spectacular sight as the sky above George Washington...
07/31/2026

July, you were one for the books! 🎆

We kicked off this month with a spectacular sight as the sky above George Washington's Mount Vernon lit up red, white and blue on July 4th weekend. Carol Jean Stalun Photography LLC was there to capture every breathtaking moment.

This memorable month continued with festivities, including the Alexandria & USA Birthday celebration, plus other events, tours and exhibits to commemorate America’s 250th birthday.

Still looking for a reason to visit Mount Vernon this summer? Don't miss "George Washington: A Revolutionary Life," a new, immersive exhibition that connects Washington's 18th-century world to the present day and explores why his decisions still matter in the 21st century. Starting August 3, you can take the scenic route: City Cruises is now offering water taxi service directly to the estate from Old Town.

Start planning today: https://bit.ly/4wymnzx

📸 by Carol Jean Stalun Photography LLC

With America's 250th commemorations underway, there's never been a better time to explore Alexandria through a walking t...
07/30/2026

With America's 250th commemorations underway, there's never been a better time to explore Alexandria through a walking tour.

Our local tour companies bring history, culture and hidden stories to life across Old Town and beyond.

⭐ Alexandria History Tours
This veteran-owned tour company brings the story of the American Revolution to life. The 1.5-hour Revolutionary War and Alexandria Tour walks you through the city's role on the road to independence. Open to the public and available for private groups.

⭐Manumission Tour Company
African American history with Manumission Tour Company, owned by a fourth-generation Alexandrian. Walking tours are available weekends from February through December.

⭐ Alexandria Colonial Tours
Guided by lantern light, the Alexandria History walking tour takes you through the streets where many firsts in American history unfolded, from the founding era to the stories still shaping the nation 250 years later. In search of spookiness? Explore Alexandria’s haunted maritime past on the new Ghost & Pirate Tour.

⭐Alexandria Food Tours
Alexandria Food Tours offers a walk through the city's history with a sweet twist. The Ice Cream History Tour combines local stories with scoops from some of Alexandria's favorite spots. It’s a delicious way to beat the heat!

Explore the full guide to Alexandria walking tours here: https://bit.ly/4vZPmv4

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