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Old Town is a lively and busy fun loving town found on the Potomac River waterfront just minutes away from Washington D.C. The neighborhood is the oldest part of Alexandria and it is known as the heart of the city. In the heart of Old Town is the bustling King street which is recognized as one of America's Great Street. Old Town is a historic district founded in 1749 and it is home to the late George Washington. The streets are filled with over 200 independent restaurants and boutiques with historic museums for the world to see. Old Town was named as the #1 Best Value U.S. Travel Destination 2018 by Money Magazine for its lively and bubbling 'personality'.  When visiting Old Town visitors can explore the historic world of Old Town using guided tours or by taking the metro. The top 10 things to do in Old Town are:

1. Start your tour by visiting the Ramsey House Visitor Center where you can find maps, brochures and all you need to know about the town.
2. Stroll the streets or take a ride on the free trolley and explore King Street, one the 'Great Streets' of America. Stop and dine at one of the variety of restaurants or do some shopping from the variety of stores.
3. Visit the boyhood home of commanding general Robert E. Lee.
4. Take a 30-minute guided tour of the town's most historic tavern known as Gadsby's Tavern Museum.
5. Visit the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum which is an historic pharmacy founded in 1792

   

6.  Explore live music, late night events and new exhibit openings plus real art in action at the Torpedo Factory Art Center, which is home to the biggest collection of artist studios.
7. Take a tour of Port City Brewing Company known as the 'Best Small Brewery' in U.S.
8. Explore the most visited historic home in America, George Washington's Mount Vernon.
9. Dine on the waterfront and enjoy amazing views from the Potomac River from various restaurants such as Hummingbird, Blackwall Hitch, Chart House and Vola's Dockside Grill. 
10. Explore the Mount Vernon Trail. Bike along 18 miles long stretch from the George Washington Mount Vernon Estate, alongside the Potomac River to the national monuments and memorials in Washington D.C.

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