Location: Alexandria
Top Things to do in Alexandria
8 Day Trips from in Alexandria That You Shouldn't Miss
A short Metro ride from Washington DC, Alexandria, Virginia is the perfect escape from the fast-paced capital. First settled in 1695, the city retains its colonial spirit, with cobblestone streets and historic buildings in the Old Town, Gadsby's Tavern, a restaurant serving food since 1770, and centers of learning like the Black History Museum. For a more contemporary side of Alexandria, wander the streets of the stylish Del Ray neighborhood, where local artists operate boutiques and studios.
Restaurants in Alexandria
1. Private Civil War Tour of Washington DC by Luxury Car
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
On this 6-hour tour, immerse yourself in Washington Civil War history with your private group up to 6 people. Visit Fort Stevens, site of the only Civil War battle in DC. Lincoln Cottage, the Camp David of its day, will be experienced. Next, visit the site of the first Civil War casualties and Fort Ward the most intact example of the 66 forts that surrounded Washington during the Civil War. Enjoy round-trip transportation as you discover Civil War heritage in the National Capital Region.
Inclusions: Parking Fees, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Admission Fees, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By Q5165ISmicheles
Tom was a fantastic guide! We are grateful for his knowledge and flexibility in accommodating our group! DC Military Tours is highly recommended!
2. Private Customized Tour of Washington DC with US Veteran
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
Design your own tour of Washington, DC, to ensure you visit every must-see location on your wish list. Choose between numerous DC attractions, many of them with military significance to customize your private tour. Your 20-year Navy Veteran tour guide with round-trip transportation and lunch stop recommendation (if desired) make this tour an unforgettable excursion to our nation's capital.
Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 104marlad
The Korean Memorial was my favorite, but Tom did a great job with all of the monuments. Our friends had been on Tom's tour before but he added a different monument for them to see. His knowledge of everything concerning the monuments and the city made the tour special for all of us - two VA residents, one frequent visitor to DC and a newbie who had never visited DC before. We had such a great time we booked an additional tour with DC Military Tours & Tom.
3. Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria From Cairo
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore Alexandria In A Day Tour From Cairo. Alexandria Is The Second Largest City In Egypt And It Is Known As “The Pearl Of The Mediterranean”.During Your Visit, You Will Enjoy Watching The Best Landmarks Of The City Such As The New Library Of Alexandria, The Roman Catacombs, And Qaitbay Citadel.
Inclusions: Qualified Egyptologist guide, Lunch at a good quality seafood restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean, Bottled water, Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned
Exclusions: Gratuities optional , Drinks, All Fees and Taxes
Reviewed By jerryaL539NI
Great Hospitality, gave descriptions on every tourist attraction that was visited, humble person will be sure to awesome travel agency will be sure to come back next visit.
4. Luxury Tours of Mount Vernon
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Up to five guests are picked up in a luxury SUV at Alexandria or National Harbor hotels or at metro stops for a private tour of George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and/or other nearby historic sites. Tours are tailored to the guests individual interests, preferences, and endurance.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Mount Vernon Admission ($28), Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Admission to Woodlawn Plantation or Gunston Hall (if visited)
5. Visit Mount Vernon by Bike: Self-guided Ride with Optional Boat Cruise Return
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
On this independent bike tour from Old Town Alexandria, enjoy views of the Potomac River as you cycle along the scenic Mount Vernon Trail to historic Mount Vernon Estate, George Washington’s famous 18th-century home. Explore the stately mansion, gorgeous gardens and fascinating educational exhibits at your leisure, and hop back on your bike for your return trip or upgrade to relax on a narrated Potomac River cruise back to Alexandria. (If you choose to return by boat, you must select this option at the time of booking) This is a fun, active and scenic way to experience Mount Vernon.
Inclusions: Bike rental, Helmet, Narrated Potomac River cruise (if option selected), Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks
Reviewed By KathrynTN
What a great family outing! The people that we rented our bikes from were very organized and ready for us when we arrived. The bikes were good touring bikes, with cables and locks provided. We enjoyed the trip to Mount Vernon, despite the heat. A map of the trail, with some of the rougher places and changes in the trail marked, would have been really nice. Also, parking is really difficult, when going to Bike and Roll, so directions for parking would have been helpful on the website. It is truly located in an Alley. With the bikes and the admission to Mount Vernon, it was really a good value, for my family.
6. Private Mount Vernon Tour
Discover George Washington’s home and estate guided by a Veteran and trained military historian. Experience the plantation and mansion house at your own pace. Transit to and from Washington in a private luxury SUV.
Inclusions: Ice cold in summer, Private transportation, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Q5165ISmicheles
Tom was a fantastic guide! We are grateful for his knowledge and flexibility in accommodating our group! DC Military Tours is highly recommended!
7. From Cairo: Alexandria Day Tour
Journey through Alexandria city and take a walk along the Egyptian pathways. Make your way to the Roman theater of Kom El-Deka, the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman triclinium and the Alexandria Library with this full-day tour from Cairo.
Inclusions: All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, Expert tour guide, Entrance fees , All service charges and taxes
Exclusions: Entrance to the Alexandria Library’s reading area
8. Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car
Hit the road for a day in the crowd-pleasing city of Alexandria. See one of the world's largest Roman burial sites, nerd out at the Alexandria Library, and receive a reprieve from the Cairo heat with a fresh dose of Mediterranean sea air. This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers. Highlights Visit one of the greatest cities in old and modern times, Alexandria Tour Alexandria's most significant and impressive spots Head underground to experience the eerily fascinating Roman Catacombs Be thoroughly impressed by the sheer magnitude of the Alexandria Library Check out the former site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world (bucket list item, checked!)
Inclusions: Pick up services from hotel in Cairo & return, Entrance fees to the mentioned historical place, Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle, Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide, Lunch during your tour, All taxes & service charge, Bottled water during your trip
Exclusions: Tipping
Reviewed By Sandra M
We had a private guided 4 day tour from Aswan to Luxor with a Nile cruise and a visit to the most important sights on the way. We must say that thanks to our excellent guide Ahmed and his great knowledge in Egyptoplogy and local tips and tricks our whole experience was marvellous! He is knowledgeable but also very nice and a kind person and fun to be with. Very easy going person, which is important when you are with someone for days. Besides all of the mentioned, he is an amazing photographer with great ideas to make photos more attractive and instagrammable ???? Ahmed made our Egypt experience even more wonderful than it already was. Highly recommend Ahmed for your guide because you get a guide, a friend and a photographer, all in one! ????
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