MEETINGS MADE EXTRAORDINARY

Welcome toOLD-WORLD CHARM. MODERN LIFESTYLE.On the waterfront within eyesight of

Washington, D.C., find a magical place

where authentic history and urban

sophistication unite; where trendy

restaurants, independent art galleries and

chic boutiques pulse with creative energy;

where picturesque cobblestone streets,

18th century architecture and genuine

American heritage engage your attendees

– and where every detail is taken care of by

a team of destination experts, ensuring an

extraordinary event.

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INSPIRING

Named by Forbes as one of America’s

“Best Cities for Millennials 2015” and

ranked among America’s safest and most

romantic cities, entertaining and inspiring

your delegates is easy.

ACCESSIBLE

Just three miles from Reagan National

Airport, Alexandria is served by four

Metrorail stations, AMTRAK, water taxis

and a free, hop-on-hop-off King Street

Trolley.

WALKABLE

Rated one of the most walkable cities in

North America by AAA, meeting in Old

Town’s historic district puts you steps away

from shops, restaurants and nightlife.

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Unconventional

SPACESUnconventional hotels and authentic historic and cultural sites complement

the more contemporary galleries and stylish venues.

AWARD-WINNING HOSPITALITY

Recognized for outstanding hospitality by Condé Nast Traveler,

Travel + Leisure and TripAdvisor, Alexandria’s distinctive collection of

hotels ranges from mid-level properties to four-star luxury, accommodating

groups up to 800.

From the trendy Kimpton hotels to major brands such as Hilton,

IHG, Starwood and Marriott, over 4,500 guest rooms offer something for

every style and budget.

BOUTIQUE CHIC

Boutique hotels nestled in the heart of historic Old Town,

situated among restaurants, shops and nightlife, offer the perfect venue for

board and committee meetings, small annuals,

team-building events and more.

STYLISH VENUES OF THE PAST AND PRESENTAlexandria’s rich heritage and culture offer

inspiring venues, while more trendy sites and

fashionable galleries showcase Old Town’s

panache.

Ranked as one of America’s 50

Greenest Cities -

Popular Science

Eco-friendly hotels and

restaurants proudly display

local and national certifications

Easily walkable or hop on the

free hybrid King Street Trolley,

an eco-friendly way to see the

city

Enjoyable “Green Group

Experiences” provide fun and

educational activities

Custom-tailored CSR

events let you give back

to the community

NOT STRICTLY BUSINESS Enjoy four-star luxury in Old Town

with 20,000 square feet of meeting

space; a retreat-like setting with

lakeside dining and jogging paths, boasting of

55,000 square feet of

meeting and exhibit space; or a

state-of-the-art event facility with a spectacular

waterfront view.

GREEN AND GIVING BACK

BOND AND BUILD

STAY AND PLAY

We understand that what takes place outside the meeting is a big

part of what makes meetings extraordinary.

EXTRAORDINARY

ANCHORS AWEIGHWith an inspiring backdrop of our

nation’s majestic monuments, party

on the Potomac on an authentic

paddle wheeler or a Parisian-style

riverboat.

MIND YOUR GAMESBe Sherlock, Poe or a wonderful

wizard and energize and inspire your

team through a “Real-Life Exit Game

Experience” at Old Town’s Escape

Room Live.

#1 on TripAdvisor!

EXTRAORDINARYMeetings made

WHAT’S YOUR STORY? Extraordinary events don’t confine themselves to meeting

spaces. Alexandria’s rich heritage and contemporary amenities

take you beyond the meeting walls and allow you to create your

own story in one of Old Town Alexandria’s legendary venues.

PRESIDENTIAL TREATMENT Captivate your attendees with a tented picnic or

candlelit tour at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Then,

party like it’s 1799 at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, where

Washington celebrated his birthday and early forefathers

danced and dined.

APRONS ON Customize your Iron Chef Culinary Challenge at your favorite

hotel, restaurant or historic venue. Or, say “buon appetito” con

gusto with an Italian cooking or wine-tasting class.

HAUNTED HOP Let your Colonial-costumed guide lead you on a tour

of the best local cuisine with a side of ghost stories

and spooky folklore.

PUT THE “ART” IN PARTY Art and history lovers will delight in a private reception

at the world-renowned Torpedo Factory Art Center,

a former munitions factory now showcasing over

160 local artists.

HERE’S TO YOU Toast your group at George Washington’s personal distillery. Or, enjoy a

modern day food truck rodeo and beer-tasting at Alexandria’s Port City

Brewing Company, named Best Small Brewery in the U.S.

DINE AND PLAYNationally recognized as a culinary hotspot and entertainment district fit for

presidents, celebrity chefs and masters of mixology, Old Town’s stately 18th-

and 19th-century architecture makes it the perfect setting for private events,

dine-arounds and fun pub crawls.

AN EASY WALK TO OVER 80 OLD TOWN DINING ESTABLISHMENTS

WINE AND DINE

Scenic waterfront dining with comfortable patio seating and cozy fire pits

Authentic speakeasies, trendy wine bars and award-winning craft-breweries

Nightly local entertainment in intimate pub-like settings

Top name entertainment at the internationally renowned Birchmere Music Hall

Progressive dinners, private rooms and buyouts for groups of all sizes

OUR COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES:

Elevate every step of your meeting experience with Visit Alexandria’s Meetings Made

Extraordinary assistance program. From start to finish, see how we can help.

MEETING ASSISTANCE

Extraordinary

Selective lead distribution

to vendors tailored to your

group’s needs

Rapid online RFP

Site selection and

proposal presentation

Promotional tools

Printed and electronic brochures,

maps and guides

MeetAlexandria app

Customized off-site delegate

experiences

Preferred vendor

recommendations

Off-property events, tours and

dine-arounds

Familiarization tours and client-

appreciation events

Let our team of destination

experts do all the work.

Learn about Alexandria’s

highlights and hidden gems.

Enjoy exclusive deals/discounts on

meeting packages, venue rentals

and delegate amenities.

Get your RFP noticed and

responded to!

Create after-hours activities

custom-tailored for you.

Build buzz and excitement with

downloadable,

easy-to-use tools.

GREEN AND GIVING BACK

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Convention Center

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WashingtonNational Airport

The Pentagon

The White House

Capitol Hill

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The Mall

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VISIT ALEXANDRIA

Visit Alexandria 625 North Washington Street | Suite 400

Alexandria, VA 22314

Contact our team at Visit Alexandria to plan your extraordinary event:703.652.5369 | MeetAlexandriaVA.com

“Top 10 Downtowns” -Livability (2015)

“5th Safest City in America” -SmartAsset (2015)

“#1 Most Exciting City in Virginia” -Gogobot (2015)

“Most Breathtaking Scenery in Virginia” -Only in Your State

(2015)

“#1 Digital City in the United States” -The Digital Cities

Survey (2015)