What's Old Town Alexandria Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Old Town Alexandria, especially its restaurants and historical sites. Enjoy the neighborhood's museums and river views, as well as its cafes. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like John Carlyle House and Lyceum. There's plenty more to see, including Market Square and Alexandria City Hall.
How to Get to Old Town Alexandria
Flying to:
- Ronald Reagan Washington 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 Intl. 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
- Athenaeum
- Alexandria's Christ Church
Things to Do in Old Town Alexandria
- Torpedo Factory Art Center
- Lyceum
- Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
- Gadsby's Tavern Museum
- Alexandria Archaeology Museum
Other Popular Old Town Alexandria Attractions
- The Spite House
- The Little Theatre of Alexandria
- Wilkes Street Tunnel
- Old Presbyterian Meeting House
- Friendship Firehouse Museum
When Is the Best Time to Visit Alexandria?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 75°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 40°F)
- Rainiest months: July, August, September, June (average 5 inches of rainfall)