Alexandria
Bars, breweries, and nightlife in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria's Old Town is one of the most historic drinking districts in the country, anchored by Gadsby's Tavern - a complex dating to 1785 and 1792 once called the finest public house in America, where George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and the Marquis de Lafayette all drank. BarFinder lists 96 venues across the city today, led by sports bars, classic bars, and a strong cocktail bar and wine bar presence. Modern additions like Aslin Beer Company and Skålbar sit just blocks from that 18th-century tavern, giving Alexandria a bar scene that runs from Revolutionary-era history to contemporary craft beer. It's a rare case where the oldest bar in town is also one of its biggest draws.
