Old Town Alexandria in a Day with Round Trip Ferry Cruise
Overview
Escape busy Washington, D.C. for an afternoon and enjoy a historic journey to Alexandria’s Old Town. With convenient transportation and a knowledgeable guide, this tour makes it easy to experience one of America’s best-preserved colonial towns. After a scenic boat trip down the Potomac to Old Town Alexandria, you'll disembark to begin your journey through hundreds of years of American history. Step inside the storied Gadsby’s Tavern, where Washington and Jefferson once dined; explore the elegant Carlyle House, a social center in colonial times; pause for a snack at a local bakery; continue your journey in Washington's footsteps at his parish, Christ Church Alexandria, where Washington himself prayed—and so much more. You'll even glide down King Street on a vintage trolley and enjoy free time to explore this quaint town’s art galleries, shops, and cafes before you hop back on the boat for a relaxing return cruise to D.C.
What's Included
- Cupcake from local bakery
- Tickets to Gadsby's Tavern
- Round-trip ferry transport
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Wharf Street Southwest
Washington, DC 20024, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Potomac River
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Carlyle House
35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lavender Moon Cupcakery
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Old Town Free Trolley Stand, King Street
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Alexandria's Christ Church
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hollensbury Spite House
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Gadsby's Tavern Museum
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Captain's Row
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old Town Waterfront
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Potomac River
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is in English.
- Guests should feel comfortable walking at a moderate pace on sometimes uneven terrain.
- There is free time towards the end of the tour for food, so we encourage guests to bring snacks and water.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on Old Town Alexandria in a Day with Round Trip Ferry Cruise?
A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023
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