The 5 Best Nature & Parks in Old Town, Virginia (VA)

November 10, 2021 Vivienne Hutton

A short Metro ride from Washington DC, Alexandria, Virginia is the perfect escape from the fast-paced capital. First settled in 1695, the city retains its colonial spirit, with cobblestone streets and historic buildings in the Old Town, Gadsby's Tavern, a restaurant serving food since 1770, and centers of learning like the Black History Museum. For a more contemporary side of Alexandria, wander the streets of the stylish Del Ray neighborhood, where local artists operate boutiques and studios.
Restaurants in Alexandria

1. Windmill Hill Park

501 S Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3890
Excellent
55%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 11 reviews

Windmill Hill Park

2. Founders Park

400 N Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314-2304 http://www.alexandriafounderspark.org
Excellent
38%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 50 reviews

Founders Park

3. Jones Point Park

George Washington Memorial Pkwy underneath the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, Alexandria, VA 22314 http://www.nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/jonespoint.htm
Excellent
50%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 26 reviews

Jones Point Park

Reviewed By ITRT

Another visit to Jones Point Park and I have come to appreciate it more. Again, it did not disappoint! Jones Point has it all: open spaces, beautiful views, a lighthouse, the first boundary stone for the District of Columbia, paved and well-marked bicycle paths, basketball courts, restroom facilities, benches, fishing, paved and dirt trails, a playground, and large grassy areas suitable for a picnic. Just as interesting is the underbelly of the Wilson Bridge. It is amazing construction. Be sure to look for the copper-color pyramid so you can see George Washington’s corner stone marking the south corner of Washington, D.C. The lighthouse was first lit in 1856. There are signs describing the events of the area including the beginning of the Nation’s capital, the first people on Jones Point, Battery Rodgers and several more happenings. There is a fantastic boardwalk. If you follow it, you will end up at the waterfront area of Old Alexandria. Adequate free parking is available. We visited during a weekday, so I am not sure about weekend parking. This park is family and dog friendly too. Highly recommend this gem.

4. Waterfront Park

1A Prince St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3309
Excellent
42%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
42%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 12 reviews

Waterfront Park

5. Point Lumley Park

1 Duke St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3801 http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info
Excellent
0%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
100%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

2.0 based on 1 reviews

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