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1. Torpedo Factory Art Center
This impressive, several-story building is home to close to 100 artists' studios, and also displays the works of many talented craftspeople. ...
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2. George Washington Masonic Memorial
- Built in the 1920s by the Freemasons, a fraternal organization with members across the world, this memorial honors the nation's first President,... read more
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3. Birchmere Music Hall
- Birchemere has played host to some extremely well-known performers - from Garth Brooks to Henry Rollins - and the small venue (500 seat capacity,... read more
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4. River Farm Garden Park
- George Washington owned this 27-acre estate that is now home to the American Horticulture Society. Part of the manor dates to before the American... read more
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5. Black History Resource Center
- This center educates its visitors about the history of African-Americans in Alexandria over the last three centuries. In addition to the... read more
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6. Christ Church
This sturdy redbrick Georgian-style church, in continuous use since 1773, would be an important national landmark even if its two most distinguished...
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7. Gadsby's Tavern Museum
Alexandria was at the crossroads of early America, and the center of life in Alexandria was Gadsby's Tavern. Consisting of two buildings -- a tavern...
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8. Old Town Theater
- This historic theater hosts a wide range of events, from movie screenings to comedy shows and even live music. Additionally, unlike at other theaters... read more
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9. Alexandria Area
- Attractions include the Alexandria African-American Heritage Park, The Alexandria Archeology Museum, the boyhood home of Robert E. Lee, Fort Ward... read more
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10. Old Town Alexandria
- Old Town Alexandria is the historic area of the Alexandria, Virginia, located across the Potomac from Washington, DC. The area is primarily known... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Alexandria. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
