Located within eyesight of Washington, D.C., Alexandria's history dates back to the Colonial period. Alexandria has played a vital role in the history of America, and that influence is highlighted by the amazing historic sites located throughout the city.
The Old Town district includes more than 4,000 historic buildings. These amazing examples of early American architecture now house small businesses and gracious homes. All are waiting to give you a modern welcome in Alexandria!
The beautiful riverside estate of George Washington includes the Mansion, outbuildings, tomb, & working farm, and new visitor facilities with 25 galleries and theaters. The new Orientation Center and Museum and Education Center feature interactive displays, movies, and high-tech, immersive experiences in addition to more than 700 artifacts. Open daily. Cruise from Old Town with the Potomac Riverbo...
Offers seasonal sightseeing cruises, private parties, and water taxi transportation service. Cruises include the Washington monuments, the Alexandria seaport, pirate cruises for children, baseball cruises, student music cruises, and the Mount Vernon Estate. There is a special water taxi service which operations between Old Town Alexandria and National Harbor and Gaylord National Resort & Conventi...
Step right into the museum's laboratory where archaeologists reconstruct Alexandria's history, fragment by fragment. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Originally the segregated library for Alexandria's African American residents, the museum documents the local and national history, culture and contributions of Black America. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Alexandria's Original Ghost & Graveyard Tour. Our Colonial costumed guides lead you by lantern light telling you ghost stories, legends and folklore. Reservations accepted. Tours leave from garden of Ramsay House Visitor...
Hunt through the brick-lined streets of Old Town to discover historic places and learn about George Washington and other patriots. Divide into teams and see who wins! Ages 7-11. Map and clues available at the Chris...
One of 12 sites created and dedicated by President Lincoln in 1862 to serve as military burial grounds. The cemetery holds some 3,500 graves of Civil War soldiers, including U.S. Colored Troops and four men who lost thei...
Explore charming Old Town Alexandria with a local historian. Stroll by 18th- and 19th-century houses and buildings and immerse yourself in the history of the city both George Washington and Robert E. Lee called home. Lea...
Owned by a ninth-generation Virginian, this company offers a daily 90-minute history tour from Ramsay House Visitors Center. March-Dec, (Jan-Feb by appointment only). Also offered by appointment a variety of other tours,...
Bring a camera and follow a lantern-carrying guide who gives you lots of early history, a little suspense and mystery and a dose of "ghost." Tour begins at Ramsay House Visitor Center. Reservations suggested. (Tour of...
A Greek Revival building built in 1851, it was home to the Bank of the Old Dominion, where Robert E. Lee did his banking. Today it is an art gallery and home of the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association. Open Thurs.-S...
Built in 1812 as a schoolhouse, the building has been beautifully renovated with chandeliers adorning its high ceilings, lovely antiques and carpets. Maximum Capacity: Reception 175; Seated 150
Captain Rocky Versace Plaza and Vietnam Veterans' Memorial
Mount Vernon Recreation Center
2701 Commonwealth Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone: (703) 746-5556
The Captain Rocky Versace Plaza and Vietnam Veterans' Memorial honors the service and supreme sacrifice of the 67 men from Alexandria who either died in Vietnam and the surrounding area during that war or remain Missing ...
A Georgian Palladian manor house built in 1753 by merchant and city founder John Carlyle. Here, five royal governors and General Braddock met to discuss funding of the French and Indian War. Daily tours, youth programs, ...
This beautiful English country-style church was built between 1767-1773 and was attended by George Washington & Robert E. Lee. Tours available Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 2-4 p.m., with Sun. morning and evening worship...
The museum, patterned after a Union headquarters building, houses a fine Civil War collection and exhibits. The Fort's Northwest Bastion has been completely restored. Museum open Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p....
Once headquarters for the slave-trade operation of Franklin, Armfield & Co., this historic building now houses the Northern Virginia Urban League's newly opened museum. Self-guided tours Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to ...
Established in 1774, the Friendship Fire Company was the first volunteer fire company in Alexandria. The current firehouse was built in 1855 and now houses historic firefighting equipment and exhibits. Sat. and Sun. 1-4 ...
Consists of two buildings, the 1785 Georgian tavern and the 1792 City Hotel. The tavern has been authentically restored to its 18th-century appearance. Notable guests included George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Apr....
Patterned after a lighthouse in Alexandria, Egypt, the Memorial displays a magnificent 17-ft. bronze statue of George Washington and an outstanding collection of Washington artifacts. Open daily. Summer hours (April 1 - ...
The 1755 Georgian-style mansion was the home of George Mason, author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights and a framer of the U.S. Constitution. Daily 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed major holidays.
Ivy Hill is one of Alexandria's largest and most historic cemeteries, with a wealth of protected flora and fauna. Educational and cultural programs as well as lectures and tours available.
From 1785-1903, the house served as the home to 37 members of the Lee family. John L. Lewis, a powerful and controversial labor leader, lived in the house from 1937-1969. Guided by its 1852 inventory, the house is interp...
The 1839 Greek Revival building serves as the City's history museum. An ongoing exhibition tells the story of Alexandria, once one of the busiest ports in America. Archaeological finds, old photographs, maps, original ar...
You are royally invited to the most lavish and lively dinner on King Street. Four course feast, ale, music, romance and adventure for just one low price. Friday and Saturday nights from 7:00 until 9:30. ...
