What to do and see in Alexandria, Virginia (VA): The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

March 21, 2022 Mollie Coke

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. Presbyterian Cemetery

321 S Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3807 +1 703-549-6670 http://www.opmh.org/article389585.htm
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Presbyterian Cemetery

2. Jones Point Lighthouse

jones Point Park, Alexandria, VA +1 703-289-2500 http://www.nps.gov/gwmp/historyculture/jonespointlighthouse.htm
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Jones Point Lighthouse

Reviewed By 22MichaelA22 - New Providence, United States

The NPS did a great job with what they had to work with here. THE markers for the original Tri -point marker for DC, Virginia, and Maryland, ...pretty cool. Great place to ride your bike or take a stroll. A lot of fun on a beautiful day. Easy hiking trails here as well .

3. Fort Hunt Park

George Washington Memorial Parkway, Alexandria, VA http://www.nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/forthunt.htm
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Fort Hunt Park

Reviewed By wilsonhillworks - Lancaster, United States

We stopped here on our way to Mount Vernon. There’s a lot to explore and many opportunities for stretching your legs on a long trip. Picnic areas abound and clean rest rooms available. Parking was convenient too!

4. Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309-3237 +1 703-799-6826 https://www.mountvernon.org/the-estate-gardens/museum/
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Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center

5. St. Mary's Cemetery

1000 S. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 +1 703-836-0688 http://stmaryoldtown.org/st-marys-catholic-cemetery/
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St. Mary's Cemetery

6. Historic Huntley Tea

6918 County Rd 723, Alexandria, VA 6818 Harrison Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306 http://historichuntley.org/Welcome_to_Huntley.html
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105 N Alfred St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3010 +1 703-299-9495 [email protected] http://www.stgeorgeofEthiopia.com
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