What's Old Town Alexandria Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Old Town Alexandria, especially its shops 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 Athenaeum. There's plenty more to see, including Market Square and Alexandria City Hall.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Old Town Alexandria?
We have 231 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are our travelers' favorite places to stay in Old Town Alexandria:
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria
Hotel with 2 bars, restaurant- Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • 24-hour front desk
The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection
Boutique hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • Terrace • 24-hour front desk • Central location
Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria, an IHG Hotel
Waterfront hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Fitness center • Terrace • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria
Hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • Cafe • 24-hour front desk • Central location
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, 2 bars- Free WiFi • Spa • Health club • Turkish bath • Walkable location
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
- Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
- Gadsby's Tavern Museum
- Alexandria Archaeology Museum
- The Little Theatre of Alexandria
Other Popular Old Town Alexandria Attractions
- The Spite House
- Boyhood Home of Robert E. Lee
- Wilkes Street Tunnel
- Old Presbyterian Meeting House
- Lyceum