Old Town Alexandria Food Tour
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Food tastings
- Professional Tour Guide
- Guide Gratuities
- Drinks unless specified
Itinerary
This 3.5 hour tour explores parts of the historic and architecturally unique town that has prospered for over two hundred 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 the history of this country. During the tour, stop to sample specially made dishes at unique family owned restaurants. After finishing, you will be able to truly appreciate the heritage, history, and local food in Old Town Alexandria. Experience the many sides of Old Town! This tour brings you through a town of stately mansions, charming row houses, and tree lined streets, encapsulating three centuries worth of charm. See what makes this former part of town so charming, unique and delicious.
Pass by: A Georgian manor house built in 1753 by merchant and city founder John Carlyle. Here, five royal governors and General Braddock met to discuss funding of the French and Indian War.
Pass by: Gadsby's Tavern is a complex of historic buildings at 134 and 138 North Royal Street at the corner of Cameron Street in the Old Town district of Alexandria, Virginia. The complex includes a c.1785 tavern, the 1792 City Tavern and Hotel, and an 1878 hotel addition.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Cancellation policy
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
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!
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.
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.
Just okay
We did the Old Town Alexandria Food Tour on Saturday with a small group of friends, and overall it was disappointing. Although our guide was friendly, we learned very little about Alexandria, the restaurants, or the dishes we were served. Several times we actually had to ask what we were eating because no information was provided. The vegetarian in our group was also shortchanged, with no alternative appetizers offered at a few stops. For $80+ and added fees, getting three small dishes and a cupcake, along with minimal commentary, just didn’t feel worth it.
Just okay
We did the Old Town Alexandria Food Tour on Saturday with a small group of friends, and overall it was disappointing. Although our guide was friendly, we learned very little about Alexandria, the restaurants, or the dishes we were served. Several times we actually had to ask what we were eating because no information was provided. The vegetarian in our group was also shortchanged, with no alternative appetizers offered at a few stops. For $80+ and added fees, getting three small dishes and a cupcake, along with minimal commentary, just didn’t feel worth it.