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    Southern Comfort: Old Town Alexandria Food Tour

    Savor hearty tastings and local history on a guided walk through Old Town Alexandria

    From$127/ person

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    Duration

    3 hours

    Includes

    Food tastings, Professional guide

    Highlights

    Explore Old Town Alexandria on a guided food tour featuring tastings from locally owned eateries. Learn how this historic waterfront neighborhood evolved while you enjoy enough food for a meal.

    • Visit a classic spot that has been a mainstay for over 40 years
    • Sample award-winning dishes at local restaurants
    • Stroll cobblestone streets, waterfront, and public art
    • Hear stories from the Civil War to Civil Rights
    • Enjoy curated commentary from a professional guide
    • Give back with a donation that provides three meals

    What's Included

    • Hearty tastings at local eateries
    • Professional guide
    • Donation feeding a local in need

    Things to know

    Public tours run with a 2 person minimum and up to 8 guests. Private tours are available for groups up to 10. Tours run year-round, operate rain or shine, and welcome all ages and fitness levels.

    Cancellation policy

    Tours run rain or shine. If severe weather threatens safety, tours may be rescheduled or fully refunded.

    Meeting location

    Dolci Gelati, 107 N Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314

    Experience provided by Blue Fern Travel
    Experience provided by Blue Fern Travel

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    Adult

    $127.20

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    Vegetarian Adult

    $127.20

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    4.9 stars• 297 reviews

    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    297 reviews•Google Maps

    Blue Fern's walking food tours across DC, Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria, and U Street consistently deliver memorable experiences that blend history, culture, and excellent cuisine. The three-hour tours hit that sweet spot where generous food portions actually add up to a full meal, while guides weave in fascinating historical context about the neighborhoods you're exploring. Multiple guests mention these tours becoming the highlight of their entire DC visit, which speaks volumes. The guides truly shine here. Joe, Laurie, Jenn, Neka, and Richard all earn enthusiastic praise for being knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely passionate about their communities. They're described as eager to answer questions, witty, and attentive to group needs. The restaurant selections showcase diverse, quality cuisine—from Turkish specialties to fresh-ground pizza to impressive crème brûlée—at authentic farm-to-fork spots. Even large groups report smooth, well-paced experiences with perfect timing at each stop. For anyone wanting to explore DC neighborhoods through food while actually learning something substantial, this consistently delivers.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Great food tour in Old Town Alexandria. David was very knowledgeable about American history. The food was delicious. We would do it again!

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    John & Gayle O'Connell

    May 17, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great food tour in Old Town Alexandria. David was very knowledgeable about American history. The food was delicious. We would do it again!

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    John & Gayle O'Connell

    May 17, 2025

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