Old Town Alexandria, VA

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Alexandria featuring heritage elements
Alexandria showing heritage elements
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This well-preserved historic district a short drive from Washington D.C. has modern art and designer fashions lining 18th-century cobblestone streets. 

One of the oldest historic districts in the United States is a collection of Colonial houses, antique shops, old churches and 18th-century cobblestone streets along the banks of the Potomac River. The town revels in its past, but it’s not stuck there. You will also find fashion boutiques, handmade jewelry stores and live music and theater events.

Old Town Alexandria was where Alexandria began. The city was founded in 1749 and during its long history has served as a tobacco trading post and an important seaport during Colonial and Civil War periods. It was also the hometown of the first President of the United States, George Washington.

Make your way around on foot and stop by some of the historic homes and buildings. Many are open to visitors. Look out for the plaques that mark some of these properties and indicate the building is more than 100 years old. 

Learn about the story of Alexandria from its founding up to the present day at The Lyceum. This mid-19th-century Greek revival building has been a Civil War hospital and private home and is now the city’s history museum. 

Check out the antique stores, boutiques, cafés and restaurants of King Street, the old town’s main thoroughfare. If you don’t want to pound the pavement, hop aboard the Free King Street Trolley that travels along the main street from morning until late at night.

Spend time by the old town’s waterfront. Walk along its scenic paths and stop to take in views of the National Harbor and Washington D.C. Board a cruise ship for a ride along the Potomac.

Pick up an original piece of artwork at the Torpedo Factory Art Center. The building was once used to manufacture missiles for submarines. Today, its three floors are occupied by more than 100 visual artists and their studios. 

The old town district is located 10 miles (16 kilometers) from Washington D.C. To get there, catch the metro or drive. Old Town Alexandria is compact and easy to get around on foot. Explore the area on a rented bike from Capital Bikeshare, the public bicycle sharing scheme, to soak up the atmosphere of the old town streets.


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Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

4.5 out of 5
1600 King Street, Alexandria, VA
The price is NT$3,878 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$3,878
NT$4,517 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"This was one of my best travel experiences, ever. The hotel is walkable from the local Amtrak station and nestled on King Street with access to a free trolley (to local shops/eateries and the Potomac waterfront). The hotel's bar/grille and newly-opened HomeGrown breakfast and brunch were phenomenal. ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/18

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria

Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria

4 out of 5
699 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions MGM National Harbor Casino and Arlington ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (447 reviews)
Would definitely stay there again
"Ask for Andrew at the Kiln bar-he mixes up a mean espresso martini. Reception people are great. Avoid room 226, as its bathroom window faces a VERY loud industrial AC unit (although it is nicely camouflaged with foliage). That was our only minor negative mark in our overwhelmingly positive stay. ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/18

Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria
Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Hilton Alexandria Old Town

4 out of 5
1767 King St, Alexandria, VA
The price is NT$3,971 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$3,971
NT$4,624 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Parking not that safe."

Reviewed on 2025/8/18

Hilton Alexandria Old Town
Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

3.5 out of 5
1900 Diagonal Rd, Alexandria, VA
The price is NT$4,094 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$4,094
NT$4,797 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Suites were great."

Reviewed on 2025/8/18

Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town
Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town National Harbor

Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town National Harbor

3 out of 5
1620 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA
The price is NT$3,811 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$3,811
NT$4,440 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Stay started by being greeted by friendly staff at the valet stand as well as front desk. Room was spacious, clean and accommodating. It was late so I opted to have dinner at the hotel and the server was wonderful! The area is safe, lovely with lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance. ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/15

Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town National Harbor
Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

4 out of 5
220 S Union St, Alexandria, VA
The price is NT$4,058 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$4,058
NT$5,600 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and hotel. Nice shower. Beds were comfortable"

Reviewed on 2025/8/17

Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG
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