Every Saturday morning there is an outdoor market surrounding the beautiful fountain outside city hall. An amazing experience with so many homemade baked goods, food, drinks, and more! One of the brides favorite places to go when she visits her aunt with her family.

A busy seaport for centuries, Alexandria’s waterfront juxtaposes historic authenticity and new happenings among a growing scene of D.C.-area waterfront destinations. Named one of the Best River Walks in the USA by Fodor’s Travel, Alexandria’s waterfront is the best place to take in picturesque views of the Potomac River and Washington, D.C. Enjoy al fresco drinks and dining with street performers and music, take a riverside run or set sail with water taxis and river cruises by City Cruises Alexandria, offering scenic commutes between Alexandria and The Wharf, Georgetown and National Harbor.