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A triptych: A colorful brick house, a man holding food in a bar, and two women in athletic wear walking with yoga mats on a lively street lined with shops.
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Alexandria is a vibrant and diverse community. Its neighborhoods blend classic 18th- and 19th-century architecture with modern culture. Every neighborhood in Alexandria is unique, but every area is alive with energy and excitement. Spend some time exploring our neighborhoods and you’ll see why Alexandria is consistently ranked as one of the country’s best places to live and work.

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Old Town Alexandria

A man in green clothing smiles while walking past outdoor diners seated under red umbrellas at O’Connell’s Bar & Restaurant, with lush plants surrounding the patio area.

Del Ray

A group of six people sit and stand outside an ice cream shop called “The Dairy Godmother,” enjoying frozen treats and chatting on a sunny day. Small U.S. flags and plants decorate the storefront.

West End

People sit at outdoor tables under string lights outside Port City Brewing Company during sunset, with dramatic orange clouds filling the sky. A tent, sign, and parked cars are visible in the foreground.

Carlyle

A large metal geodesic sphere sculpture with a fountain stands in a landscaped courtyard, surrounded by modern apartment buildings and illuminated glass columns at dusk.

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People dine and converse at restaurant tables while a live band performs on stage in the background. The atmosphere is lively and inviting, with colorful decor and warm lighting.

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Two women stroll and enjoy sweets outside “Pop’s Ice Cream Company” on a sunny brick-lined street, while two people exit the shop and others relax on benches nearby. Trees and a river can be seen in the background.
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, abstract art above the headboard, a window with sheer curtains, and a green armchair in the corner.
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Two women stand and talk outside the Freedom House Museum, a historic brick building with a white door on a tree-lined sidewalk. A museum sign hangs from a post nearby. Another person walks further down the sidewalk.
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