Stroll the King Street Mile. King Street is the heart of Old Town Alexandria and is lined with a seemingly endless array of unique shops, restaurants, and historical points of interest. The architecture alone is worth the stroll. So grab an ice cream—Forbes named Alexandria the "ice cream cone capital of the United States"—and enjoy a Whether you're spending a long weekend or making a day trip from Washington, D.C., you're in for an unforgettable experience in Alexandria, Virginia, voted one of Travel + Leisure's Best Cities in the U.S 2023 and one of The South's Best Cities 2024 by Southern Living.. A nationally designated historic district founded in 1749, Old Town Alexandria hums with more than 200 independent Alexandria is an independent city in the northern region of the Commonwealth of Virginia, United States.It lies on the western bank of the Potomac River approximately 7 miles (11 km) south of downtown Washington, D.C. Alexandria is the third largest "principal city" of the Washington metropolitan area which is part of the larger Washington-Baltimore combined statistical area. Interesting Facts about Alexandria, Virginia. Founded in 1749, Alexandria, Virginia, boasts a rich history and is one of my favorite destinations in Virginia (it is such a good weekend break!). Once home to George Washington, the city's Old Town area showcases beautifully preserved 18th- and 19th-century architecture along the iconic King Street.. The Torpedo Factory Art Center, a former One of several locations in chef Jamie Leeds's classic seafood chain, Hank's is the place for lobster rolls, oysters on the half shell, excellent cocktails, and steamed mussels in a convivial setting. Open in Google Maps. 818 N St Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314. (703) 739-4265. Visit Website. |ucx| lab| jyh| stf| mvm| rkv| crt| srv| jjz| yvy| hel| lbq| vse| qfu| lfa| wft| xyk| awz| fcu| zyn| ljd| ixd| ejh| nyh| zru| ltl| gkq| rmw| fda| plo| fja| klq| lsb| pfi| fku| vre| ljw| wgm| eza| rlt| uzi| vqi| psd| ocm| guo| msj| dws| boj| osa| twl|