Old Town Alexandria Waterfront

Old Town Alexandria Waterfront

Old Town Alexandria Waterfront
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Victoria L
Kansas City, MO329 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022
Bring your picnic, watch the water and the people. Have your photo taken by the I love you sign . Take the water taxi or a sightseeing tour. You can pick a restaurant if you wish to dine but with kids a picnic table is fun. Walking or strolling the riverfront encouraged and dreaming of owning a boat for some. We even saw couples taking engagement photos.
Written May 31, 2022
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ScenicSights
Wauwatosa, WI770 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022
We went to take the water taxi. Didn't do much at the waterfront itself, but there seemed to be a concert as we heard lovely music coming from our right. There were places to get food, places to sit, lots of things to see, etc. It seemed to be a nice bustling place with good vibes. Hope to go back.
Written June 18, 2022
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Cary L
San Diego, CA701 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022
King Street in Old Town terminates at the Potomac River waterfront. You'll find restaurants, a pleasant walkway, a park, a marina, and a former industrial building (the Torpedo Factory) now housing art galleries and studios. A nice place to hang out for a while, even on a rainy day.
Written May 20, 2022
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Siobhan L
Belton, TX977 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Family
The Waterfront area has several parks, dozens of restaurants, a small sand filled beach area that kids loved to play in, shady trees, some nice park benches and easy access to several points of interest. The John Warner dock houses the Tall Ship Providence, the City Cruise water taxis are moored here for cruises to Georgetown and the National Harbor. The entire area is handicap accessible with paved pathways. The city has blocked car traffic off the 100-200 block area of King Street to be pedestrian friendly and houses over a dozen restaurants with inside and patio seating.
Written September 6, 2023
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Eriko
Santa Monica, CA240 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022
Beautiful, clean, family friendly and, easy to walk along the waterfront. There are benches to sit and watch the birds, or people watch. The park on the day we walked had lots of families having picnics. However there was one homeless man with his tent, desk chair, lap top, and speakers set up! I wanted to take a photo, but didn't dare.

The Torpedo Factory is right at the waterfront! It's a former torpedo factory, now a building with art studios and galleries, free to the public! Go and see local art and meet some of the artists! Support local art!

The Waterfront here is truly relaxing. You can stop for a meal at one of the several restaurants here too.
Written May 7, 2022
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VirginiaLove2Travel
Virginia Beach, VA471 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
Thoroughly enjoyed walking the waterfront. It was one of the coldest days but we were prepared for it. The sun was out and the walk was great. No boats going in or out but I imagine in warmer weather this place is packed. Lots of seating.
Written February 14, 2020
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jrcapps
Arlington, VA77 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019
The waterfront development is very nice with decks, piers, open park areas and interesting architecture and stunning views of the Potomac River, sailboats and yachts. It's a great place to walk around and people watch and it's also very "doggie." You can get on the water taxi or one of the river cruise boats that dock here. The last time I was there was with my goddaughter for her to do an assignment for her photography class and there were lots of great subjects.
Written February 5, 2020
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Sandy W
Phoenix, AZ489 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021
Geat ambience. Lovely way to spend an afternoon, but being a Sunday when we visited, it was so crowded. Many restaurants and the outdoor area and piers really nice. Was hoping to go on the old fashioned sailing ship (with the masts) but it's route is back to Georgetown, and we had been on a Potomac cruise from Georgetown the day before. However if you have not done a river cruise, I think this would be most interesting on the old ship.
Written July 26, 2021
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ITRT
Virginia44,656 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021
At the end of a short trail along the Potomac from Jones Point Park, you will find a boardwalk that leads to the Old Town Alexandria Waterfront. Although located on private property, people are permitted to use the boardwalk if they are respectful. Along the boardwalk gazebo-type buildings and benches for those who wish to simply enjoy the activity on the Potomac River. There are historical informational signs explaining what had happened in the area. The waterfront area of Old Town has decks, piers, open park areas, restaurants, boats including a paddlewheel one, the tall ship Providence, tour boats, water taxis and shops. In short, something for everyone. Take the boardwalk from Jones Point Park to really appreciate the area.
Written May 2, 2021
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dustythoughts
Manchester, CT2,168 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Solo
The Old Town Waterfront is a very pleasant and pretty place to enjoy the water views of Alexandria. There are numerous restaurants, small shops, and benches where you can sit and enjoy the beauty. There's a river cruise that departs from this area as well. Many of the paths here are paved, which made it easier for everyone to walk. It's evident that the city takes very good care of this area, as everything was clean and well-maintained.
Written March 11, 2024
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