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4.6(91 reviews)

Old Town Alexandria Food Tour

From$82
3h 30m
Virginia Beach, USA

Full description

This 3.5-hour tour explores parts of the historic and architecturally unique town that has prospered for over two hundred sixty years. Discover locally owned and operated restaurants off the beaten path in this historically rich town. On this guided, narrated walking tour, experience and learn about Old Town Alexandria’s significance throughout history. During the tour, stop to sample specially made dishes at unique, family owned restaurants. Enjoy American gastropub dishes, regional seafood, house made Italian food in one of the city's oldest buildings, European inspired dishes from the city's original fusion chef and hand crafted desserts. See what makes this former part of town so charming, unique and delicious. All dishes served are included in the tour. Enough food is served that for most participants, dinner afterwards will not be needed. Seating and special service is provided at all restaurants throughout the tour.

Included / Excluded

  • Food tastings
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Guide Gratuities
  • Drinks unless specified

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Traveler reviews

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We stopped at four...

Terry was an excellent guide. He gave interesting historical commentary as we walked. We stopped at four delicious restaurants and were so full at the end that we had to take our dessert to go.

Laura_CAug 5, 2026VIATOR

Great food! Great History!

The food tour in Old Town Alexandria was wonderful! Terry our tour guide did a fantastic job--even though there was high temperatures, smoke from Canada, & humidity --he was concerned about us and would make sure that we all were withstanding the heat. It was a small group of 5 in which we were 3 of the five--it was so good to meet 2 other people & get to know them. Terry was very knowledgeable about the food in each setting & the history of the buildings & surrounding structures in Old Alexandria. He made it very interesting & fun! We had a lot of very good & different foods at 4 different stops: First Italian--delicious homemade pasta & bread & wine if so chosen; then Mediterranean: Falafal, hummus & other dipping sauces; then Mexican with delicious fish tacos! and dessert which none of us could hold!-- but were allowed to take wonderful cupcakes with us! I highly recommend this food tour--one of the best Viator tours that I have done!

Sarah_LJul 20, 2026VIATOR

Awesome guide and delicious food!

Wayne was an amazing guide and so knowledgeable! The food we sampled was great and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. It was a great way to kick off my time in Alexandria!

Selena_MApr 19, 2026VIATOR

Fantastic Tour

Outstanding food and tour. Wayne was a wonderful guide, friendly, knowledgeable, and ensured the group's needs were met and well taken care of throughout the tour. I will definitely book again through DC Metro Tours and hopefully get Wayne as our tour guide.

nicktE1079FQApr 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fantastic and would recommend!

Terry was amazing!!! Such a great experience. Food was fabulous and the history woven in-between was a perfect mix for our group of 6.

karenzW1671DKJan 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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