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Ranked #1 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 271 reviews

Old Town Alexandria is a great place to live, work or visit. It was founded in the early 1700's, so it's got an old historic district near the water front of the Potomac River and... more »

Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Historic Sites
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
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Ranked #2 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Dinner Theatres
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
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Ranked #3 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 83 reviews
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Distance  1.9 miles from city centre
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Ranked #4 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4 of 5 stars 62 reviews
A very visible tribute to George Washington stands on King Street in Alexandria, Virginia.
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues; History Museums
Distance  1.1 miles from city centre
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Ranked #5 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Attraction type  Bar/ Clubs; Performances
Distance  2.6 miles from city centre
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Ranked #6 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
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Ranked #7 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
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Ranked #8 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: TopGolf takes all your favorite leisure activities – bowling, darts and golf – and fuses them with great food and drinks to... more » Owner description: TopGolf takes all your favorite leisure activities – bowling, darts and golf – and fuses them with great food and drinks to form a truly unique game. TopGolf takes all your favorite leisure activities – bowling, darts and golf – and fuses them with great food and drinks to form a truly unique game and outdoor entertainment facility. TopGolf requires no golf experience. What makes TopGolf so revolutionary? Each ball contains a microchip that awards points by hitting targets that look like dart boards. The further the target and the closer you get to the center, the more points you are awarded. « less
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
Distance  5.3 miles from city centre
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Ranked #9 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: A Georgian Palladian manor house built in 1753 by merchant and city founder John Carlyle. Here, five royal governors and... more » Owner description: A Georgian Palladian manor house built in 1753 by merchant and city founder John Carlyle. Here, five royal governors and General Braddock met to discuss funding of the French and Indian War. Daily tours, youth programs, special events, exhibits and lectures offer visitors a chance to experience eighteenth century life through the eyes of one man and his family as he made the journey from English citizen to American patriot. The story of Carlyle House parallels the early history of Alexandria, colonial Virginia, and America and is brought to life through costumed interpreters, guides and fun family programs. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. noon-4 p.m. (tours on the hour and half hour, last tour at 4). « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.1 miles from city centre
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Ranked #10 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: The Apothecary served local customers, including the Washingtons and Robert E. Lee, between 1792 and 1933. The shop was... more » Owner description: The Apothecary served local customers, including the Washingtons and Robert E. Lee, between 1792 and 1933. The shop was transformed into a museum shortly after its closing and visitors can still view the original ingredients, products, and documents left behind by this 141-year-old family business. « less
Attraction type  Museums; History Museums
Distance  0.0 miles from city centre
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Ranked #11 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: Discover Alexandria’s five-star hotel of the 18th century! Gadsby’s Tavern Museum consists of the c. 1785 tavern and the 1792... more » Owner description: Discover Alexandria’s five-star hotel of the 18th century! Gadsby’s Tavern Museum consists of the c. 1785 tavern and the 1792 City Tavern and Hotel. The buildings were constructed by John Wise, but made famous by John Gadsby. Mr. Gadsby’s establishment was the center of political, business, and social life in Alexandria and hosted the likes of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Today the Museum offers tours, programs and special events. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.1 miles from city centre
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Ranked #12 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  2.0 miles from city centre
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Ranked #13 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Historic home of Martha Washington's granddaughter given as a wedding present by President George Washington.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  8.0 miles from city centre
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Ranked #14 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; History Museums
Distance  3.6 miles from city centre
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Ranked #15 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Parks
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Ranked #16 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Alfred Street is among the oldest African American Baptist Churches in America, celebrating its bicentennial in 2003.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
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Ranked #17 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Elegant Federal-style mansion was once the home of Robert E. Lee.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
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Ranked #18 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
3.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  1.1 miles from city centre
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Ranked #19 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
3 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Water Parks
Distance  3.1 miles from city centre
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Ranked #20 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
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Ranked #21 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
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Ranked #22 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens; Historic Sites
Distance  4.3 miles from city centre
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Ranked #23 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
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Ranked #24 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  History Museums; Museums
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
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Ranked #25 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  7.2 miles from city centre
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Ranked #26 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
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Ranked #27 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
2 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
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Ranked #28 of 35 Attractions in Alexandria
1 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Built around 1741, this plantation links a modern area to the colonial past; what remains is on the grounds of Washington's... more » Owner description: Built around 1741, this plantation links a modern area to the colonial past; what remains is on the grounds of Washington's National Airport just north of Alexandria. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  3.1 miles from city centre
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Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.1 miles from city centre
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Attraction type  Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
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