Boutique Old Town Alexandria Food & History Tour in Virginia booking from $127.00

Boutique Old Town Alexandria Food & History Tour

Overview

Alexandria, Virginia sits just across the river from DC but Old Town feels far removed with its cobblestone streets and charming rowhomes. When visiting DC, we always suggest that people take the time to explore this little nearby gem!

Enjoy tastings from locally-owned restaurants which contribute to the story we share. Along the way we will visit a classic spot that has been a mainstay for over 40 years; a restaurant with award-winning dishes, and classic bistro with European roots.

Explore the pretty streetscapes, the waterfront, public art pieces, and the architecture while you learn about the evolution of this small city. From the Civil War to Civil Rights to present day, Old Town has played an instrumental part in this country’s history. Come and get a taste of history.

A portion of each ticket sale is donated to Bread For The City, an organization who provides food, clothing, medical care, and legal and social services to reduce the burden of poverty for DC residents.

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Sat 21 Jun

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What's Included

Professional guide

Historical Content

Please advise if you are vegetarian, have allergies, or any dietary restrictions at check out.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
Please note: Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
Proof of vaccination and government ID may be required. Please check city requirements if you have questions.

What To Expect

Old Town

On this tour, you'll explore the history and culture of Old Town Alexandria and taste carefully selected tastings along the way.

Alexandria City Hall & Market Square

After our first restaurant stop, we'll pass through Market Square, the heart of Old Town. If you tour with us on Saturdays, you'll see the longest running farmer's market in action!

Alexandria Visitors Center

As we stroll down King Street, we'll pass by Ramsey House. If you plan to explore more after the tour, we encourage our guests to return here to speak with the friendly staff with a wealth of information.

Athenaeum

Our tour route takes you past the Athenaeum, a gallery of fine arts and a performance space. The building is an impressive example of Greek Revival architecture.

Waterfront Park

Alexandria's newest park sits at the end of King Street and features temporary public art installations, the first of which is an interactive, responsive work. The art responds to sound with illuminated color, bathing visitors in rainbow-hued light as they talk, sing, and play within the installation.

Torpedo Factory Art Center

We'll pass through the Torpedo Factory, which is home to the nation’s largest collection of working-artists’ open studios under one roof.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (22)

VisitMickeyWithEmily

May 2024

We had good food and a great tour with interesting history and engaging stories! Our tour guide was clearly very knowledgeable!

Response from Host

Jun 2024

Thank you for the review! We are glad you enjoyed the history and stories of Old Town and our guide!

Manzilotti

Jul 2023

Jen was very good, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. She explained not only the history of the area but also of the food we were eating.

Response from Host

Jul 2023

Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Jen was excellent, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic during your tour. It's great to know that she not only shared the area's history but also provided insights into the food you were enjoying. We appreciate your kind words and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another delightful experience. Thank you for choosing us!

Wilson3882

Jun 2023

Jenn was great. Her background in history and archeology came thru in her sharing the history of the area, buildings and restaurant stops. Food variety was great! My 13 year old loved it and asked for a similar experience on our next vacation.

Response from Host

Jun 2023

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Jenn as your guide! We're thrilled to hear that her background in history and archeology shone through during the tour, enriching your understanding of the area, buildings, and restaurant stops. It's fantastic that the food variety was to your liking and that your 13-year-old enjoyed it as well. We're honored that they asked for a similar experience on your next vacation, and we would be delighted to provide more memorable tours for you and your family in the future.

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