Guidebook for Alexandria
Food Scene
Shooter McGee's
5239 Duke StFriendly atmosphere, good food, good beer and wine selection.
Fat City Kitchen
330 S Pickett StSmall, friendly restaurant within walking distance.
The Majestic
911 King StSpecialty is crepes, but they also serve a variety of foods beyond both sweet and savory crepes.
14 locals recommend
Fontaine Caffe & Creperie
119 S Royal StSpecialty is crepes, but they also serve a variety of foods beyond both sweet and savory crepes.
Bastille
606 N Fayette StFrench inspired menu. Excellent service.
Sightseeing
George Washington Masonic National Memorial
101 Callahan DrWashington Monument
2 15th St NWShopping
Old Town
Essentials
Harris Teeter
900 Army Navy DrGiant Food
2501 9th Rd SThe CVS is just across Duke Street from the entrance to Cameron Station subdivision.
53 locals recommend
CVS
1521-1523 N Quaker LnThe CVS is just across Duke Street from the entrance to Cameron Station subdivision.
Arts & Culture
Not only is the home itself interesting to tour, the grounds are lovely. There is a restaurant and gift shop (of course), but you can just wander the grounds and enjoy the view of the Potomac River.
191 locals recommend
George Washington's Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial HwyNot only is the home itself interesting to tour, the grounds are lovely. There is a restaurant and gift shop (of course), but you can just wander the grounds and enjoy the view of the Potomac River.
Getting Around
It's about 1 1/2 miles away with sidewalks all the way for walking when the weather is nice. You can take the metro to the King Street Station and pick up the free Old Town Trolley which goes down King Street to the waterfront. There are several stops along the way where you can get off for dining and shopping.
11 locals recommend
Van Dorn Street Metro
It's about 1 1/2 miles away with sidewalks all the way for walking when the weather is nice. You can take the metro to the King Street Station and pick up the free Old Town Trolley which goes down King Street to the waterfront. There are several stops along the way where you can get off for dining and shopping.