Old Town Alexandria Rowhouses and Townhouses

One of the first Virginia cities we visited was Old Town Alexandria. It is simply charming. When we first moved to Capitol Hill thirteen years ago we found many of our favorite restaurants in Old Town and continue to visit them since we moved to Virginia a few months ago. Last week we went to a favorite Greek place; Tyesterday we took a ride to a breakfast place that we like on Duke Street. After that, we went to see the Tall Ship Providence that is docked near Chart House on the Potomac River. Nearby are the water taxis and marina for many boats as well as several touring vessels. On the way from Duke Street to the river are typical Old Town rowhouses and townhouses. I never get tired of looking at them. They are very distinctive and have been around for a long time. But we also know the reality if living in these vertical housing units - stairs, tiny spaces, dark interiors, and terrible parking options. Near the water it gets flooded more times than not. We actually looked around Old Town for a potential “retirement” home, but decided against it because the irritations of living in DC are similar there. It’s a very touristy place too - which is both good and bad. So for now we like the idea that we can still visit, and we do.