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Old Town Alexandria is a bustling tourist destination rich with history and nostalgic charm as well as distinctive dining and shopping options.

Its well-preserved 18th and 19th century buildings have been repurposed as culinary hotspots, independent boutiques, and intimate museums.

For a dose of art and history, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is a unique space with a storied past that is a must-see destination.

You can board the free King Street Trolley at any one of the stops between the waterfront and the Old Town Metrorail station for a free hop-on, hop-off tour of the neighborhood.

Old Town Alexandria is just 20 minutes from Washington, D.C.


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