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Pet Friendly Alexandria

Alexandria is known as being one of the most dog-friendly cities in America. As you walk along the streets in Del Ray or Old Town, you won't get far before you see water bowls (or even free treats!) set out for your four-legged friend. Most shops carry at least something for your canine companion and there are even shops devoted solely to pampering your precious pooch!

A quick guide to all things dog friendly in Alexandria

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Hotel Monaco Alexandria, a Kimpton Hotel

  • 480 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 549-6080
  • Fax: (703) 684-6508
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Nestled in the heart of picturesque Old Town, the Hotel Monaco Alexandria, a Kimpton Hotel, stands at the vanguard of history, where the past and future meet at crossroads of style, culture and

Washington Suites Alexandria

  • 100 S. Reynolds Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22304
  • Phone: (703) 370-9600
  • Fax: (703) 370-0467
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Washington Suites Alexandria offers guests some of the most spacious hotel accommodations in the area. All 219 suites feature a fully-equipped kitchen, separate sleeping and living spaces, and 42 " HD

Hilton Alexandria Old Town

  • 1767 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 837-0440
  • Fax: (703) 837-0454
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A first-class Washington DC area hotel & winner of Hilton’s All-Green Zones Award! Directly adjacent to King Street Metro station. The hotel combines a gracious elegance with unsurpassed attention to

Westin Alexandria

  • 400 Courthouse Square
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 253-8600
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Located in the exclusive Carlyle section of Old Town Alexandria, our hotel is a distinctive, upscale retreat. Be welcomed into a calming ambiance, where a soothing blend of luxury, recreation, and

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Comfort Inn Alexandria

  • 5716 S. Van Dorn Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22310
  • Phone: (703) 922-9200
  • Fax: (703) 922-0132
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Capital Express Cafe on site. Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, free parking for buses, cars and large trucks, complimentary Metro shuttle and business center on site. Directly located off

Hawthorn Suites Alexandria by Wyndham

  • 420 N. Van Dorn Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22304
  • Phone: (703) 370-1000
  • Fax: (703) 751-1467
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Large, spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens. Convenient to Old Town & Washington, D.C. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet. (184 Rooms)

Hilton Alexandria at Mark Center

  • 5000 Seminary Road
  • Alexandria, VA 22311
  • Phone: (703) 845-7662
  • Fax: (703) 820-6425
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Lakeside setting, complimentary shuttle to Reagan National Airport and minutes away from Old Town. Check out Finn and Porter restaurant.

Holiday Inn & Suites, Alexandria - Historic District

  • 625 First Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-6300
  • Fax: (703) 548-8032
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Award-winning hotel conveniently located in Old Town North with 178 spacious, and contemporary guest rooms and suites. Close to all Alexandria and DC attractions, cultural venues and King Street

Lorien Hotel & Spa, a Kimpton Hotel

  • 1600 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 894-3434
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The Lorien Hotel & Spa in Alexandria, Virginia, is an experience above the rest. Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, our luxury boutique hotel, a Kimpton Hotel, is a collaborative dream.

Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel

  • 116 S. Alfred Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 838-8000
  • Fax: (703) 548-2489
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4-Star, 4-Diamond 18th-century style manor house "boutique" hotel. Two- and four-poster beds, decorative fireplaces, Italian marble bathrooms, 24-hour butler service, fine dining in the Grille

Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel

  • 116 S. Alfred Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 838-8000
  • Fax: (703) 548-2489
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4-Star, 4-Diamond 18th-century style manor house "boutique" hotel. Two- and four-poster beds, decorative fireplaces, Italian marble bathrooms, 24-hour butler service, fine dining in the Grille

Red Roof Inn Alexandria

  • 5975 Richmond Highway
  • Alexandria, VA 22303
  • Phone: (703) 960-5200
  • Fax: (703) 960-5209
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Newly remodeled guest rooms. Complimentary lobby coffee. Free local calls. Microwaves and fridges available. (150 Rooms)

Residence Inn by Marriott Alexandria Old Town South at Carlyle

  • 2345 Mill Road
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 549-1155
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The Residence Inn by Marriott Alexandria Old Town South at Carlyle has the features, amenities, and services guests need to perform at their best on long stays. Amenities include fully equipped

Residence Inn by Marriott, Alexandria - Old Town

  • 1456 Duke Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-5474
  • Fax: (703) 684-6818
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Two blocks from King Street Metro station. All suites include fully equipped kitchen, living room, bedroom. Complimentary buffet breakfast daily; evening social Mon-Thur. (240 Suites)

Sheraton Suites Alexandria

  • 801 N. Saint Asaph Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 836-4700
  • Fax: (703) 548-4514
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Newly renovated, all-suite hotel with wet bar, two TVs, microwave and refrigerator. High- speed Internet access. Corporate Club Floor available.

 

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Potomac Riverboat Company

  • 1 Cameron Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 684-0580
  • Fax: (703) 548-9001
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Offers seasonal sightseeing cruises, private parties, and water taxi transportation service. Cruises include the Washington monuments, the Alexandria seaport, pirate cruises for children, baseball

Mount Vernon: George Washington's Estate & Gardens

  • 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway,
  • Mount Vernon, VA 22121
  • Phone: (703) 780-2000
  • Fax: (703) 799-8609
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The beautiful riverside estate of George Washington includes the Mansion, outbuildings, tomb, & working farm, and new visitor facilities with 25 galleries and theaters. The new Orientation Center and

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Alexandria Visitors Center at Ramsay House

  • 221 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 746-3301

Named for William Ramsay, Scottish merchant and city founder. Stop by for sightseeing brochures, maps, etc. Gift shop. Save 50% when you purchase a Key to the City with admission to nine historic

Alexandria's Footsteps to the Past

  • Alexandria Visitors Center
  • 221 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 683-3451
  • Fax: (703) 549-5752
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Owned by a ninth-generation Virginian, this company offers a daily 90-minute history tour from Ramsay House Visitors Center. March-Dec, (Jan-Feb by appointment only). Also offered by appointment a

Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site

  • 4301 W. Braddock Road
  • Alexandria, VA 22304
  • Phone: (703) 746-4848
  • Fax: -703
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The museum, patterned after a Union headquarters building, houses a fine Civil War collection and exhibits. The Fort's Northwest Bastion has been completely restored. Museum open Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5

Gunston Hall Plantation

  • 10709 Gunston Road
  • Lorton, VA 22079-3901
  • Phone: (703) 550-9220
  • Fax: (703) 550-9480
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The 1755 Georgian-style mansion was the home of George Mason, author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights and a framer of the U.S. Constitution. Daily 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed major holidays.

Mount Vernon: George Washington's Estate & Gardens

  • 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway,
  • Mount Vernon, VA 22121
  • Phone: (703) 780-2000
  • Fax: (703) 799-8609
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The colorful Adventure Map is free for families with the purchase of a child's admission ticket to George Washington's home. It guides children in a quest to solve nine puzzles.

National Harbor

Rising on the banks of the Potomac River is National Harbor. Built on 350 acres, with more than a mile and a quarter of waterfront, it is an exciting, sprawling community that offers fine restaurants,

Torpedo Factory Art Center

  • 105 N. Union Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 838-4565
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Constructed in 1918 for the manufacturing of torpedoes, the Torpedo Factory now features 82 working artists' studios, six galleries, the Art League School, Alexandria Archaeology Museum, and a cafe

Virginia Theological Seminary

  • 3737 Seminary Road
  • Alexandria, VA 22304
  • Phone: (703) 461-1764
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Founded in 1823, Virginia Seminary is the largest of the country’s Episcopal seminaries, preparing men and women for service in the church. Classes are offered to both ordained and lay people.

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Christmas Attic

  • 125 S. Union Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-2829
  • Fax: (703) 684-7064
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The Christmas Attic was opened by a local family that loved the spirit and joy of the holidays. For over 35 years, our charming store has long been considered a “must see” by locals and tourists

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A Show of Hands

  • 2301 Mount Vernon Avenue
  • Alexandria, VA 22301
  • Phone: (703) 683-2905
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Handmade local art, including paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry, fabrics and more.

Bellacara

  • 1000 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 299-9652
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A beauty boutique offering many fine brands - Kiehl's, Bumble & Bumble, Smashbox, Fresh, Dermalogica, Molton Brown, Frederic Fekkai, Stila, Sue Devitt, T. LeClerc, Bliss, Mario Badescu, Philosophy,

Bloomers

  • 924 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (571) 312-0852
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Bloomers is an underwear, loungewear and sleepwear boutique. Created by the owners of another Old Town favorite, Bellacara, the concept for Bloomers came out of frustration for the owners because they

Dash's of Old Town

  • 1114 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 299-4015
  • Fax: (703) 299-4014
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An exclusive upscale men's clothier specializing in Italian-made suits, shirts, ties, sports wear and custom clothing.

Decorium

  • 116 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 739-4662
  • Fax: (703) 739-4669
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Home furnishings, lighting, rugs, art, gifts and design, all with a classic but unique twist.

Diva Designer Consignment & Other Delights

  • 116 S. Pitt Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 683-1022
  • Fax: (571) 357-1282
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A consignment boutique with new and almost new women's designer clothing, shoes and accessories by Prada, Chanel, Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Burberry and Diane Von Furstenberg, and more - all at great

Dog Park

  • 705 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 888-2818

Dogs and cats are welcome at this spacious, airy shop located on King St at Washington St. "Park" yourself here for the best selection of unique items for your unique dog or cat! Great lines of

fibre space

  • 1219 King Street
  • ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 664-0344
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Voted “Best New Retail Shop” and "Best Craft Supply Store" by the Washington City Paper Reader’s Poll, fibre space is a full-service knit and crochet community that provides yarn, needles and notions

Gold Works

  • 1400 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 683-0333
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Located in Old Town Alexandria since 1989, Gold Works is a fine jewelry store with living room ambiance and a friendly staff prepared to assist with all of your jewelry needs. We house an assortment

Hooray for Books!

  • 1555 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-4092
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Alexandria’s only locally owned, independent children’s bookstore offering a wide selection of new and classic books, CDs and book-related gifts for children of all ages (yes, even teens and adults).

Imagine Artwear

  • 1124 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-1461
  • Fax: (703) 548-3050
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Contemporary clothing, jewelry and crafts by American artists. One-of-a-kind limited editions and custom orders. Winner of Top 100 Retailers of American Crafts Award.

Irish Walk

  • 415 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-0118
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This delightful shop is as Irish as a shamrock! Everything is authentic, from Avoca capes and mohair throws to  Aran sweaters and Celtic ties. We also carry Irish coffee glasses, Belleek china,

Jake's of Old Town

  • 103 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 299-4663
  • Fax: (703) 299-0067

Life is good® is a colorful casual clothing and specialty goods brand that celebrates the great outdoors, the spirit of sport and the overall pleasures of life. Our motto is “Do What You Like. Like

King's Jewelry

  • 609 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 549-0011
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Family owned and operated  for 50 years! Finding the perfect gift is easy with our exquisite creations and enormous selection.Every piece we carry is selected by our owner for beauty, quality and

Lawrence Miller & Company

  • 121 South Royal Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-0659
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Today, Lawrence Miller & Co. boasts over 70 years of combined experience in jewelry design. Including Lawrence, we have two GIA graduate gemologists who can appraise an existing piece, or select and

Lou Lou

  • 132 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 299-9505
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Montague & Son - The Birkenstock Store

  • 115 S. Union Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-5656
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Located one block south of the Torpedo Factory Art Center on S. Union Street. The full line of Birkenstock shoes and sandals plus Dansko, Keen, Footprints, Naot, New Balance and other fine comfort

Patrick's Designs LLC

  • 106 N. Saint Asaph Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (571) 970-6931
  • Fax: (571) 970-6832
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The premier destination for Fine Linens & Home Décor. We now carry Yves Delorme along with Scandia Down, DEA, Nancy Koltes, Anichini, Ann Gish, Anali, Hickory Chair & Kindel Furniture, bridal

Pompanoosuc Mills

  • 277 S. Washington Street
  • Suite 100
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (888) 534-6136
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Our showroom offers our handcrafted solid wood furniture and a curated selection of home accents. From storage beds to complete dining room sets, we custom build our furniture in Vermont. With

Red Barn Mercantile

  • 1117 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 838-0355
  • Fax: (703) 838-2112
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We've moved! Find us on King Street between Fayette and Henry streets just six blocks from the King Street Metro stop. An antique and home furnishings store that infuses old with new for a fresh and

Shoe Hive

  • 127 S. Fairfax Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-7105
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A charming and fashionable collection of shoes and accessories for women in Old Town. We carry such lines as Tory Burch, Bettye Muller, Aquatalia by Marvin K, Kate Spade, Sam Edelman, Michael Kors,

Ten Thousand Villages

  • 915 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 684-1435
  • Fax: (703) 684-1436
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We work with artisans in more than 30 countries to bring fairly traded items to North America. Shop an exciting array of handmade accessories, musical instruments, paper, ceramics, textiles, home

The Antique Guild

  • 113 N. Fairfax Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 836-1048
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Welcome to The Antique Guild of Alexandria, Virginia located at 113 North Fairfax St. We are an exceptional antique shop in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia located across the street from

Today's Cargo

  • 1102 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 836-6866
  • Fax: (703) 548-3054
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Old Town’s one-of-a-kind jewelry store for 40 years. We offer an expansive and varied collection from 14k gold, diamonds, vibrant gemstones, antiques, pearls, and watches to sterling silver, beads,

Torpedo Factory Art Center

  • 105 N. Union Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 838-4565
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One of the world’s premier art centers – 165 artists in 82 studios, 2 workshops, and 6 galleries! Engage with artists at work in open studios with an opportunity to commission pieces and purchase the

Whistle Stop Hobbies

  • 130 S. Royal Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 549-4912
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Discover a new hobby, revive an old one! Trains, slot cars, rockets, puzzles, models and more! Open daily one block south of Market Square!

Why Not?

  • 200 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 548-4420
  • Fax: (703) 684-1168

Wonderful collection of children's clothing, books, toys and more spread over two floors in the heart of Old Town. Families have visited us from around the world for over 45 years. Follow in their

Dog parks in Alexandria


Dog Parks in Alexandria
Fenced Dog Parks:

Simpson Stadium Park at Monroe Avenue (map)

Duke Street east of the Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Library (map)

Montgomery Park at the corner of Fairfax and 1st Streets(map)

Ben Brenman Park by Backlick Creek (map)

Dog Run Park at Carlyle, 450 Andrew's Ln. (map)

 

Unfenced Sites / Dog Exercise Areas:

Founders Park at Oronoco Street and Union Street (map)

Windmill Hill Park at Gibbon and Union Streets (map)

Southeast corner of Braddock Road and Commonwealth (map)

Hooff's Run, east of Commonwealth between Oak and Chapman Streets (map)

Ft. Williams Parkway at Dearborn Rd (map)

Tarleton Park (map)

Chambliss Street (map)

North Fort Ward Park (map)

W. Timberbranch Parkway and Parkway Terrace* (map)

Chinquapin Park (map)

Monticello Park (map)

Four Mile Run Park / Edison Street cul-de-sac (map)

Mount Jefferson Park / W&OD Railroad at Raymond Avenue* (map)

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