Feel the magic.
From charming King Street in Old Town to Mount Vernon, the area presents lively, entertaining events for the whole family.
Alexandria is very pleasant any time of year, but why not consider this historic destination for a winter escape?
Day One:
Choose from any one of Alexandria's
stays and you won't go wrong. If you have a pet in tow, Alexandria is known for its dog-friendliness. Check out their
pet-welcoming hotels. Stroll the mesmerizing streets of Old Town and breathe in the holiday spirit. If you're seeking seafood,
Fish Market Restaurant is a great choice, serving their famous clam chowder! Or try
Hard Times Cafe, the ultimate chili-lovers paradise, as recognized by
USA Today.
Day Two:
Meander through Old Town for
fun shopping. Bring back a little nostalgia when you shop at
Candi's Candies, or find something fun for the kids in your life at
Kit & Caboodle. Your pup will love a Chewy Vuitton bed from
Madeleine's Dogs! Find hand-crafted gifts at dozens of artisan shops all through Old Town, and 82 additional studios inside
Torpedo Factory Art Center.
You can't escape the history in Alexandria, so why try? Visit historical sites representative of our country's first president, George Washington. Visit
Mount Vernon,
Woodlawn, and
Gadsby's Tavern for a peek of what the 1700s looked like. And don't forget the
George Washington Masonic Memorial, where you'll see the bronze statue of George!
Have a fun, relaxed dinner tonight at
Bugsy's or
Joe Theismann's.
Day Three:
Pick up a pastry from
Caboose Cafe & Bakery before rounding out your last day in Alexandria. Stop by the
Alexandria Black History Museum for a glimpse of African-American contributions from 1749 to today. Then, take in some architectural history with a visit to
Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House or
Atheneaum, the Greek Revival, columned arts and cultural center in Old Town.