Weekend itinerary for Alexandria

Arrival and dinner

You have several options for where to stay depending on your preference for location. The Hilton Alexandria Old Town is located on King Street across from a Metro station and has a stop for the free King Street Trolley. If you prefer the waterfront, Hotel Indigo is a pet-friendly option with river views and a courtyard. For those who want a pool and free hot daily breakfast, the Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South is located 1 mile south of the historic district. You can also choose boutique stays like the 45-room Morrison House or The Alexandrian.

For your first dinner, you can visit Gadsby's Tavern for traditional colonial meals. Another option is Virtue Feed & Grain, which is housed in a former 1800s feed house.

Market and architecture

Spend Saturday morning at the Old Town Farmers Market. It is the nation's longest continually operating farmers' market in one site and features over 70 vendors during peak season. After the market, you can visit the Spite House, which is recognized as the skinniest historic house in America.

Museum walk

Use the free King Street Trolley to explore the walkable mile of King Street. This area contains more than 200 independent shops and restaurants in historic buildings. You can stop at boutiques such as Shop Made in VA or American in Paris.

There are eight intimate historic site museums to choose from. You might visit the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, which is a pharmacy dating back to 1792, or explore Carlyle House. Other options include the Freedom House Museum and the Black History Museum.

Waterfront and nightlife

Head toward the water for photos at Waterfront Park or the cobblestoned Captain's Row. For dinner, you can get tacos at Urbano 116. To end the evening, visit Josephine for cocktails, wine, and French cheese.

Visit to Mount Vernon

On Sunday, travel 8 miles south of Old Town to visit George Washington's Mount Vernon estate. If you prefer a experience, two boutique hotels offer special packages celebrating America's 250th anniversary. The Morrison House offers "The Room Where It Happened" package, while The Alexandrian offers the "Washington's Legacy" package. Both of these options include transportation and a behind-the-scenes tour of Mount Vernon.

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