What's Old Town Alexandria like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Old Town Alexandria, especially its shops and historical sites. Enjoy the neighbourhood's museums and river views, as well as its cafes. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as John Carlyle House and Alexandria's Christ Church. There's plenty more to see, including Market Square and Alexandria City Hall.
How to get to Old Town Alexandria
Flying to:
- Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Old Town Alexandria
- College Park, MD (CGS), 14 mi (22.6 km) from Old Town Alexandria
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 24 mi (38.7 km) from Old Town Alexandria
Things to see and do in and around Old Town Alexandria
What to see in Old Town Alexandria
- Market Square
- Alexandria City Hall
- John Carlyle House
- Alexandria's Christ Church
- The Spite House
Things to do in Old Town Alexandria
- Torpedo Factory Art Center
- Gadsby's Tavern Museum
- Alexandria Archaeology Museum
- The Little Theatre of Alexandria
- Lyceum
Other popular Old Town Alexandria attractions
- Wilkes Street Tunnel
- Old Presbyterian Meeting House
- Athenaeum
- Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
- Friendship Firehouse Museum
When is the best time to visit Alexandria?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 24°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 4°C)
- Rainiest months: July, August, September, June (average 122 mm of rainfall)