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Old Town Alexandria Tasting and Historical Walking Tour

This 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, you will experience and learn about Old Town Alexandria’s significance throughout the history of our country. During the tour, you will stop to sample specially made mini-meals at unique family owned restaurants.

After finishing, you will be able to truly appreciate the heritage, history, and local food in Old Town Alexandria.


Advanced purchase required - Tours usually sell out well in advance

Check availability and buy tickets online at Zerve:
Old Town Alexandria
Tasting and Historical Walking Tour
Or to purchase by phone, call Zerve at (800) 979-3370


Your culinary experience may include the following specialties:

      • Traditional Lebanese dishes
      • Old Town’s Famous 125 year old Jelly Cake
      • Globally inspired tapas
      • Fresh baked artisan bread with regional jelly
      • Regional comfort cuisine from a 100+ year old diner
      • Authentic Thai dumplings
      • Local seafood specialties served in an 18th century captain's warehouse
      • Hand Made chocolates and truffles
      • Greek and Mediterranean family dishes
      • Freshly brewed specialty teas from the largest selection in the DC area
      • Experience the many sides of Old Town!


Join us as we bring 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 port town so charming, unique and delicious. All Mini Meals Are Included in the Price.

Enough food is served that most participants will not need dinner after the tour.  Most of the "mini-meals" are served sitting down, so you can enjoy the ambiance of each restaurant while trying their specialties, and hearing their unique stories.  

Restaurants and "mini-meals" were meticulously chosen to showcase the culinary variety that exists within Old Town.  The different meals will compliment each other as you progress throughout the tour. 

The tour price includes all food and drink served as well as server and guide gratuities.  At each stop, you will feel like a guest of honor, as you speak with the owners or their families, and taste their specially made menu.

We want you to have a truly unforgettable experience in Old Town Alexandria.  After the tour, you will have the confidence to navigate the colonial streets, and eat and live like a local. 

Tour Information



When: Saturdays and Sundays between 1:00 and 4:30 pm

Where:  Meets near City Hall in Old Town (The exact meeting location will be provided upon ticket purchase)

How long: The food tour will last approximately 3-3.5 hours

Who:  All age groups and fitness levels are encouraged to take the tour

How much:  $50 per adult ticket (plus a $2 ticketing fee).  This includes server gratuities at all restaurants (we will be sitting for all tastings)

What to wear:  Comfortable clothing and shoes

What is included:  All food tastings, server gratuities, a DC Metro Food Tours Coupon and restaurant sheet

Weather conditions:  Food tours will take place rain or shine- tours may be rescheduled based on severe conditions

Check availability and buy food tour tickets at Zerve, or call at 800.979.3370 or 212.209.3370



Things to do in Old Town Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria is bursting with life; a thriving, yet laid back community located only across the Potomac from Washington DC.  Teaming with restaurants, nightlife, and other activities, and surrounded by 18th and 19th century buildings, the area is an ideal combination of old and new, and will be enjoyed for years to come. 


Some of our favorite things to do in Old Town Alexandria are listed below.


National Harbor

The new National Harbor project will bring an urbanized area to the Potomac river's waterfront nearly across from Old Town.  The area, headed off by the Gaylord hotel, will be home to a host of new food and entertainment options.  It will be one of the best places to see Old Town Alexandria- from the other side of the Potomac.


George Washington Masonic Memorial

The George Washington Masonic Memorial is a combination Masonic Temple, tourist attraction, museum, and library.  The building erected in Old Town pays homage to Washington.  More information can be found at http://www.gwmemorial.org


Alexandria Lyceum

Created by a group of gentlemen in 1839, the Lyceum society became a place for reading, lectures, and scientific experiments.  The stately 19th century greek revival home has been fully restored and is now a museum paying homage to the history of Old Town Alexandria.   More information cane be found at http://oha.alexandriava.gov/lyceum/

Gadsby's Tavern Museum

The 18th century building is one of the few taverns left in Old Town Alexandria.  Tour the museum that gives you access to both 18th century tavern and hotel.

Torpedo Factory Art Center

The former World War II factory built on Old Town's historic waterfront, is now home to over 80 different studios and galleries, as well as the Archaeology Museum. 

Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum

The museum is considered by many to be one of the most well preserved apothecaries in the United States.  Frequent customers included George Washington and Robert E. Lee. 

Lee Fendall House

This home over a 120 year span served as residents to nearly 40 members of the Lee family!  currently undergoing exterior remodeling, take the time to tour this Old Town home.


We will bring you additional things to do while visiting Alexandria, Virginia, or Washington DC soon.  Stay tuned!


Please visit www.visitalexandriava.com to find out more about Alexandria, Virginia




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