Torpedo Factory Art Center (Alexandria) - 2020 All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

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My wife and I did a couple’s trip to National Harbor MD with a day trip via water taxi to Old Town Alexandria the next day. The Old Town Alexandria marina is very small but is a really nice place to ...

Yes, the Torpedo Factory Art Center was once a torpedo Factory! today it is home to the nation's largest number of publicly accessible working artist's studios under one roof. Located on three floors ...

If you’re interested in the local arts science in the DC area, please visit this co-op of working artists. You’ll find artists working in all types of media. You can make at least a few hours explorin...

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“Don't plan on too much time here, strange hours for many of the studios; some just exhibit ; some do sell their works as well,”

“There is an elevator available, making the attraction accessible for those with walking difficulty.”

“This is a high-end, museum-quality artisan outlet, so don't expect to find little trinkets here, or a lot of affordable gifts.”

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105 N Union St On the waterfront at the intersection of King and Union Streets, Alexandria, VA 22314-3217

Website

+1 703-746-4570

Getting there

Braddock RoadWashington DC Metro20 min

King St – Old TownWashington DC Metro22 min

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49Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles

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Warehouse Bar & Grill

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$$ - $$$Steakhouse

Pops Old Fashioned Ice Cream

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Frequently Asked Questions about Torpedo Factory Art Center

When is Torpedo Factory Art Center open?

Torpedo Factory Art Center is open:

Thu - Thu 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri - Wed 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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What hotels are near Torpedo Factory Art Center?

Hotels near Torpedo Factory Art Center:

(0.19 mi) Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria
(0.25 mi) The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection
(0.50 mi) Morrison House, Autograph Collection
(0.46 mi) Gatsby's House Bed & Breakfast
(0.97 mi) Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street

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What restaurants are near Torpedo Factory Art Center?

Restaurants near Torpedo Factory Art Center:

(0.00 mi) Riverside Taco Company
(0.03 mi) Vola's Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge
(0.07 mi) Pops Old Fashioned Ice Cream
(0.09 mi) The Wharf
(0.08 mi) Landini Brothers Incorporated

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Interesting to investigate

This historic building hosts a variety of shops and art. I've been here a few times over the past few years on different trips and find it always worth checking out - just not always with something that will hold my interest, but art is very subjective and I have found pieces…

Date of experience: March 2020

A little disappointing this time. The oldtimers here have largely moved on

This has always been one of Alexandria's best attractions. We had not been there for about a year. This visit disappointed us. There has been a huge turnover in the artists, many of whom have been there for over 20 years or more.The location is wonderful --it is very close to…

Date of experience: February 2020

A fun visit to various artists and artisans studios

Been here a couple times and I always see a couple really interesting things. If you’re visiting from out of town you should definitely check it out. You can also buy pretty much anything they have on the spot. The full range of art and metalwork and pottery styles are…

Variety of art shops

We went on a Sunday morning not long after it was open. There were only a few shops open though you could see in all of the shops. My reason for not giving it a higher rating has to do with the difficulty of contacting shops that we liked online.

Lots of great studios

Boy you can spend some time visiting the artists in their studios. 3 floors of all kinds of beautiful art. Just wander and look.

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