June 21, 2018 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Alexandria is known as a sweet destination with nearly 20 artisanal sweets and dessert spots, and when the summer sun is shining, you can cool off with a sweet treat from boozy gelato to liquid nitrogen ice cream and everything in between. We’ve rounded up our favorite spots for ice cream and other cold treats in the Port City, …
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Five Ways to Celebrate July 4th in Alexandria
June 14, 2018 - Posted by Sara Stanton
In a city as patriotic as Alexandria (we’ve been known to house an American president or two), choosing how to celebrate July 4th can be a tough task. Although Alexandria does not have fireworks on the Fourth of July, we do on July 7th, 2018 when we celebrate Alexandria’s and USA’s birthday during one big waterfront …
22 Dog-Friendly Things to Do in Alexandria
June 7, 2018 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Alexandria has certainly earned its place among America’s top dog-friendly cities. One out of every four Alexandria residents is a dog (yes, we know dogs are people too), and in this pup-ular town, dog-lovers find no shortage of dog parks, doggy boutiques and even Doggy Yappy Hours. From Old Town to Del Ray, it’s dog …
Best Places for Live Music in Alexandria, Virginia
May 31, 2018 - Posted by Sara Stanton
In Alexandria, Virginia, located on the waterfront just minutes from Washington, D.C., there’s live music around every cobblestone corner. From buskers at the marina in Old Town to the world-renowned Birchmere: America’s Legendary Music Hall in Del Ray, there’s something for every type of music-lover in the Port City.
Best BBQ Spots in Alexandria, Virginia
May 24, 2018 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Alexandria is praised by the press and locals alike for its chef-driven restaurants and creative comfort food. And its BBQ scene is no different, with plenty of classic ‘cue spots making best-of lists in The Washington Post, Washingtonian, Washington City Paper and more. Restaurants in Old Town, Del Ray, Carlyle and the West End are serving …
20+ LGBTQ Pride Month Happenings in Alexandria, VA
May 17, 2018 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Throughout June, celebrate Pride Month in historic Alexandria, Virginia, minutes from Washington, D.C., with more than 20 events, happenings, food and drink specials, hotel packages and more. The city was recommended by OUT Magazine in 2018, rated an “All-Star” for LGBTQ rights by the Human Rights Campaign Municipality Equality Index in 2017 and named the #2 Best Town in …
Things To Do On the Alexandria Waterfront
May 10, 2018 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Waterfront fun is a summer mainstay in Alexandria, located on the Potomac River just minutes from Washington, D.C. and named the #1 Best Value U.S. Travel Destination 2018 by Money magazine. This summer, enjoy new vistas opening up at the foot of King Street and the marina as construction begins on the new King Street Park at the Waterfront which …
Best Spots for Late-Night Eats in Alexandria, VA
June 22, 2017 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Alexandria, Virginia, located on the waterfront just minutes from Washington, D.C., is known for its independent restaurants, walkable cobblestone streets and red brick sidewalks, and a bustling downtown that hums with artistic energy. That doesn’t change at night, when some of the best food specials, live music and entertainment are happening in the Port City.
Things to Do in Alexandria’s Del Ray Neighborhood
September 15, 2017 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood is the D.C. region’s hometown, known as the place “Where Main Street Still Exists.” Made-for-strolling Mount Vernon Avenue buzzes with a booming scene of locally owned eateries, while eclectic shops, colorful murals and community events like Art on the Avenue lend an artsy vibe. The neighborhood is also known as “Well …
Top 5: Places to Run in Alexandria
September 29, 2014 - Posted by Kelsey
With cooler fall weather comes the onset of race season, and Alexandria is no exception. Hundreds of runners will hit the city streets for the Woodrow Wilson Bridge Half Marathon this weekend, the .US National 12K in November, and many 5k and 10k races in between. Whether you’re training for an upcoming race or just …
Video: Top 5 Must-Sees in Old Town Alexandria
August 31, 2017 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Minutes from Washington, D.C. on the Potomac River, Old Town Alexandria’s red brick sidewalks hum with over 200 independent restaurants and boutiques alongside intimate historic museums, dynamic arts and happenings at the waterfront. Whether you’ve got a day or an entire weekend to spend in Alexandria, watch our video on the Top 5 Must-Sees for all …
The Ultimate King Street Shopping Guide for Old Town Alexandria
April 6, 2017 - Posted by Sara Stanton
Alexandria, Virginia, located just minutes from Washington, D.C. on the Potomac River waterfront, is the Shop Small headquarters of the D.C. region. King Street, a walkable mile with more than 160 independent retailers from the King St.-Old Town Metro to the waterfront, was recently named “one of the best indie boutique scenes on the East …
What’s New 2018 in Alexandria
January 26, 2018 - Posted by Sara Stanton
With a major waterfront transformation, trending food, boutique news and immersive history experiences, Alexandria, Virginia, is humming with new and recent openings in Old Town and off-the-beaten path neighborhoods, just minutes from Washington, D.C.