The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Alexandria, Virginia (VA)

July 30, 2021 Janette Largent

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.
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1. Private Civil War Tour of Washington DC by Luxury Car

DC Military Tours
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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 Full Day Tour to Alexandria From Cairo

Cleopatra Egypt Tours
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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.

3. Mount Vernon Tour

400 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA Astra Tours
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Experience first hand where George Washington, America’s founding father lived, walked and dined. Guest would have the opportunity to explore the Mount Vernon property and get a guided tour of the mansion. On the way back at Old town Alexandria guests would have opportunity to see Christ church where George Washington worshiped, see and sit on a pew reseved for George Washington. Also guests would see George Washington’s town house.

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting point, Driver/guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Kathie B

It was great. Very much enjoyed it and the knowledge of our driver. He took us to everything we wanted to see and then some.

4. Freedom's Fight in Alexandria

717 Queen St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA Manumission Tour Company
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Manumission Tour Company curates guided cultural heritage tours designed to highlight Alexandria’s extensive African American History. Founded by a fourth generation Alexandrian, this company offers weekend guided walking tours.

Inclusions: English-speaking guide

Exclusions: Entry into Historic Alexandria Museums

Reviewed By 284kamilahl

I did the Underground Railroad tour and it was very informative. Our tour guide Councilman Chapman was fun and very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour for all ages!

5. Old Town, Alexandria and Mount Vernon Private Tour

701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA USA Guided Tours
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Your adventure will begin in Washington, DC, as you pass through numerous remarkable sights en route to Old Town Alexandria, Virginia – all aboard a luxury climate-controlled tour vehicle! Look out for the Washington Monument, Pentagon, and Air Force Memorial! While in Old Town Alexandria, you will see Robert E. Lee’s boyhood home, the George Washington Masonic Temple, and the Historic Christ Church amid more than 200 colonial-style restaurants and boutiques. Next, you will enjoy a scenic ride along the Potomac River just before visiting George Washington’s Mount Vernon - one of Washington, DC area’s premier sightseeing attractions. You will explore the historic estate – from its mansion’s interior where President Washington resided to his beloved gardens, and final resting place. Furthermore, you will have an opportunity to purchase lunch while at Mount Vernon; in addition to time at the education center and much more!

Inclusions: Inside Tour of the Mansion, Live Tour Guide, Transportation by Luxury Tour Bus, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuity, Food (unless specified otherwise)

Reviewed By lettyc716

My husband, nephew and I took this tour yesterday (05/15/21). Our tour guide “Christopher” was AMAZING, knowledgeable and funny as heck! We are definitely recommending this tour to our family and friends. Shout out to our driver “Ali” who maneuvered through traffic like butter. What a team! Mike, Letty & Tyrus

6. Full-Day Tour of Washington DC and Mt. Vernon

Encore, 400 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA Zohery Tours
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35 years of conducting excellent tours in Washington DC Metro area including Alexandria and Mt. Vernon

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Reviewed By Trek656564

Excellent trip.....Ali, our guide was very knowledgeable and we saw all we could w stops a Vietnam Memorial, whitehouse, MLK and more

7. Package 10 Days 9 Nights Luxury Cairo & Nile Cruise From Luxor to Aswan

this is egypt

Enjoy a luxurious tour of the Nile Valley. Start in Cairo to see the pyramids before traveling south for 4 days on a Nile cruise, relaxing and taking in the sights of ancient Egypt. Return to Cairo for 3 more days to see the Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Saladin’s Citadel and more.

Inclusions: - Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports, - Accommodation for 5 nights in Cairo including breakfast & taxes, - Accommodation for 4 nights on 05 star Super deluxe Nile cruise on full board basis, - All Sightseeing Tours in Cairo and Giza (Private Guided Tours), - All Sightseeing tours on your Nile Cruise sharing cruise group, - Domestic flight (Cairo – Luxor- Aswan – Cairo), - All service charges & taxes

Exclusions: - International airfare, - Egypt entry visa

Reviewed By Viamontelane

We were actually on the Sun Goddess, a sister ship to the Moon Goddess. The ship was renovared in the last year or two and everything looked new and clean. The cruise was lovely and stopped in all the right places. The food was really good and wholesome. We did not know of a single person who developed GI issues. Overall the staff and service were excellent.

8. From Cairo: Alexandria Day Tour

Love Egypt holiday

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

9. Cairo Highlights: 3-Day Guided Tour with Dinner Cruise and Camel Ride

Sphinx Of Egypt Travel

Discover Cairo and Alexandria on this three-day guided tour. You'll visit the Giza pyramids and Sphinx, enjoy a 30 minute camel ride, head to Sakkara to see the step pyramids and get to explore some tombs. Also enjoy the unique opportunity to discover Cairo city and see the Egyptian museum, mosque of Mohamed ali pasha, Coptic Cairo and Khan el-Kahlil market. Your last day will be spent in Alexandria, which is the most famous second city in Egypt after Cairo. Highlights See Cairo and Alexandria’s key sights over three days with a private guide Check off the Sphinx, the Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and more Save time and stress with door-to-door private transfers—including Wi-Fi Enjoy three restaurant lunches and a dinner cruise with live entertainment

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Bottled water, Qualified Egyptologist guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, 30 minutes Camel Ride, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Cairo Dinner cruise

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance Fees

Reviewed By Gannicus300

Really amazing tour with a great french guide ! From now it is the best time I had in Egypt ! It was even more amazing than I expected.

10. Online Virtual Tour Of Alexandria and Mt. Vernon

Alexandria, VA, USA Zohery Tours

Virtual Online Tours Dear guests, it’s been a tough few weeks for the world as we adjust to a new normal amid the coronavirus pandemic. Many of us, on orders of practicing social distancing staying inside, cancel plans, and rework our daily routines. During this time, we feel your pain and share your grief because we’re all on the same inside. If you’ve been thinking of an educational recreation, Zohery Tours presents Virtual Online tours of Washington DC. The virtual presentations are conducted by Dr Ali Zohery, Ph.D. The founder and the Owner of Zohery Tours. We will be offering 3 main programs, each of which will showcase a different tour. The duration of the Tours is two hours. You will be regaled with a live narration of the underlying history and significance of the top monuments and main attractions of Washington, DC, the capital city (including the Grand Tour and African American Heritage), Alexandria and Mt. Vernon and Treasures of Egypt.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Trek656564

Excellent trip.....Ali, our guide was very knowledgeable and we saw all we could w stops a Vietnam Memorial, whitehouse, MLK and more

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