Alexandria · Fairfax County, VA

Road trips from Alexandria

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Alexandria Historical District

Carlyle House Historic Park

Visit Carlyle House for a guided tour and garden stroll, typically lasting an hour and costing around $10-15 per person. It pairs well with exploring Old Town Alexandria for a half-day outing.

ArtsHistoryOutdoors

$10–$15 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking

Ashton Heights

5 Wits Arlington

5 Wits is an interactive adventure game center, good for a 2-3 hour outing with family or friends. Expect to spend $25-40 per person and pair it with a meal nearby in the shopping center.

ArtsShoppingAdventurous

$25–$40 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking

Alexandria Historical District

The Wharf

This nautically themed seafood restaurant is suitable for a dinner outing or special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and roughly $40-75 per person for a meal with drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews

$40–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Alexandria Historical District

Mia's Italian Kitchen

Mia's Italian Kitchen is a suitable dinner or lunch spot for a family or date night in Old Town Alexandria. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for food and drinks, with a visit lasting around 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsViews

$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Alexandria Historical District

Blackwall Hitch

Blackwall Hitch is suitable for a dinner out, brunch, or drinks after exploring Old Town Alexandria. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Eisenhower East

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

This is a casual coffee shop suitable for a quick caffeine stop or a relaxed work session. Expect to spend 15-45 minutes and $5-$15 per person on coffee and light snacks.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Alexandria Historical District

Virtue Feed & Grain

Virtue Feed & Grain is good for a casual meal or drinks in Old Town Alexandria. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-60 per person on food and drinks in a lively atmosphere.

FoodCocktailsHistory

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Old Town North

Jula's on the Potomac

Jula's on the Potomac is a good spot for a dinner out. Expect a bill of $75-150 per person for an evening meal.

FoodViewsRelaxed

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Coffee In

Coffee In is suitable for a quick, casual stop for a drink or light bite, fitting well into a solo outing or a relaxed catch-up. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Hemlock Overlook Regional Park

This park is suitable for a free outdoor outing, offering hiking and equestrian trails for a few hours. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a destination for a family or solo adventure.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Alexandria Historical District

Old Town Alexandria Waterfront

The Old Town Alexandria Waterfront is suitable for a leisurely stroll, grabbing a meal or ice cream, or enjoying live music. Pair with a visit to nearby shops in Old Town; plan for 1.5-2 hours, with potential costs ranging from free to $50 per person for food and drinks.

HistoryFoodOutdoors

$0–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Del Ray

Matt & Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar

Matt & Tony's is a casual spot for American diner fare, good for a weekend brunch or a quick meal. Expect to spend $15-35 per person and stay for about an hour.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Family

Chessie's Big Backyard

This large playground is a free, outdoor activity perfect for families with young children for a couple of hours. It pairs well with a picnic or a visit to nearby green spaces for a full day out.

OutdoorsAnimalsPlayful

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Landmark

Ben Brenman Park

Ben Brenman Park is ideal for a relaxed family outing or solo stroll, offering open spaces, a playground, and sports fields. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here, costing nothing for entry.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Huntley Meadows Park

Huntley Meadows Park is ideal for a 2-3 hour nature walk or wildlife observation, easily paired with a local meal. It offers free outdoor recreation and educational opportunities.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Alexandria Historical District

Misha’s Coffee

Misha's Coffee is ideal for a quick, relaxed coffee break, solo or with a friend, before or after exploring Old Town Alexandria. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a drink and a snack.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Leesylvania State Park

Leesylvania State Park is ideal for a half-day outdoor excursion, offering hiking and Potomac River views. Expect to spend $7-10 for park entry per vehicle.

OutdoorsSportsViews

$7–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Alexandria Historical District

Vola’s Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge

Vola's is suitable for a 1.5-2 hour meal, offering waterfront dining and seafood. It can be a good stop for dinner after exploring Old Town Alexandria, with meals typically costing $40-70 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$40–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Alexandria Historical District

Chart House

Chart House is a high-end seafood and steakhouse ideal for a romantic evening or special occasion, offering scenic views and requiring about 1.5 hours and $75-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Alexandria Historical District

BARCA Pier & Wine Bar

BARCA is a Mediterranean spot suitable for a romantic dinner or a celebratory outing, offering tapas and wine with waterfront views. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$70 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Alexandria West

Winkler Botanical Preserve

This preserve is ideal for a quiet outdoor excursion, offering trails, a waterfall, and a lodge. It's a free activity for a couple of hours, perfect to pair with a picnic or local coffee shop visit.

OutdoorsSportsViews

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Lake Accotink Park

Lake Accotink Park is ideal for a half-day outdoor excursion, offering hiking, biking, and water activities on the lake, with potential costs for rentals. It pairs well with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.

OutdoorsSportsViews

$0–$20 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Turkey Run Park

This park is ideal for a 2-3 hour hike along the Potomac, offering diverse habitats and scenic river views at no cost. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a morning activity before exploring nearby McLean.

OutdoorsSportsViews

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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