Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Alexandria, Virginia sits just across the river from DC but Old Town feels far removed with its cobblestone streets and charming rowhomes. When visiting DC, we always suggest that people take the time to explore this little nearby gem!
Enjoy tastings from locally-owned restaurants which contribute to the story we share. Along the way we will visit a classic spot that has been a mainstay for over 40 years; a restaurant with award-winning dishes, and classic bistro with European roots.
Explore the pretty streetscapes, the waterfront, public art pieces, and the architecture while you learn about the evolution of this small city. From the Civil War to Civil Rights to present day, Old Town has played an instrumental part in this country’s history. Come and get a taste of history.
A portion of each ticket sale is donated to Bread For The City, an organization who provides food, clothing, medical care, and legal and social services to reduce the burden of poverty for DC residents.
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Historical Content
Please advise if you are vegetarian, have allergies, or any dietary restrictions at check out.
Gratuities
Departure Point
107 N Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Dolci Gelati
107 N Fairfax St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Please go inside the restaurant and tell the host you are there for your food tour.
Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia, United States On this tour, you'll explore the history and culture of Old Town Alexandria and taste carefully selected tastings along the way. 180 minutes
Alexandria City Hall & Market Square, Alexandria, Virginia, United States After our first restaurant stop, we'll pass through Market Square, the heart of Old Town. If you tour with us on Saturdays, you'll see the longest running farmer's market in action! 5 minutes
Alexandria Visitors Center, Alexandria, Virginia, United States As we stroll down King Street, we'll pass by Ramsey House. If you plan to explore more after the tour, we encourage our guests to return here to speak with the friendly staff with a wealth of information.
Athenaeum, Alexandria, Virginia, United States Our tour route takes you past the Athenaeum, a gallery of fine arts and a performance space. The building is an impressive example of Greek Revival architecture. 5 minutes
Waterfront Park, Alexandria, Virginia, United States Alexandria's newest park sits at the end of King Street and features temporary public art installations, the first of which is an interactive, responsive work. The art responds to sound with illuminated color, bathing visitors in rainbow-hued light as they talk, sing, and play within the installation. 5 minutes
Torpedo Factory Art Center, Alexandria, Virginia, United States We'll pass through the Torpedo Factory, which is home to the nation’s largest collection of working-artists’ open studios under one roof. 5 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
Please note: Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
Proof of vaccination and government ID may be required. Please check city requirements if you have questions.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Manzilotti
02 Jul 2023
Jen was very good, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. She explained not only the history of the area but also of the food we were eating.
Wilson3882
10 Jun 2023
Jenn was great. Her background in history and archeology came thru in her sharing the history of the area, buildings and restaurant stops. Food variety was great! My 13 year old loved it and asked for a similar experience on our next vacation.
Alan R
01 May 2023
Jenn was a great guide with terrific knowledge and enthusiasm. Our food stops were terrific and well managed. And old town Alexandria was revealed to us step by step.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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