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Things to do in Old Town

Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in Old Town, 8 with full Scout intelligence.

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Typical spend

$45

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Easy parking

13%

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Best spots in Old Town

Vermilion Restaurant & Bar

Old Town

Vermilion Restaurant & Bar

Vermilion is a strong choice for a special dinner, offering New American fare and wine pairings. Expect a visit of 1.5-2 hours, costing $70-150 per person, making it suitable for a celebratory evening.

FoodCocktailsHistory
$70–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
ESP Tea & Coffee

Old Town

ESP Tea & Coffee

ESP Tea & Coffee is a good spot for a quick coffee or tea break, perhaps before or after exploring King Street. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Turkish Coffee Lady

Old Town

Turkish Coffee Lady

This coffee shop is good for a quick solo break or a casual meetup, especially if you want a unique coffee experience. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person for a drink and snack, and a visit typically lasts 30 minutes to an hour.

FoodShoppingArts
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
LaPluma Coffee & Wine

Old Town

LaPluma Coffee & Wine

LaPluma is good for a relaxed coffee break or a casual evening glass of wine. Expect to spend an hour and between $5-$25 per person on drinks and light bites.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$5–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Joe Theismann's Restaurant

Old Town

Joe Theismann's Restaurant

This is a casual American restaurant best for a relaxed meal or watching sports, offering a typical visit of 1-2 hours and spending around $20-50 per person. It's suitable for a low-key outing before or after other activities.

FoodSportsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Founders Park

Old Town

Founders Park

Founders Park is a free waterfront park in Alexandria, perfect for a relaxing stroll or picnic with views of the Potomac. Plan for about an hour here, possibly combining it with a walk along the Old Town waterfront.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Escape Quest

Old Town

Escape Quest

Escape Quest offers a group-based puzzle experience, typically lasting 60-90 minutes and costing around $30-45 per person. It's a good standalone activity or can be paired with dinner for an evening out.

ArtsSportsAdventurous
$30–$45 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

Old Town

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

This hotel is suitable for an upscale date night or special occasion, particularly for dinner or drinks. Expect to spend a few hours and around $75-150 per person for an evening out.

FoodWellnessCocktails
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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