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The Old Town Shop
105 S Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314, United States
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To
Review №1

Lots of great items for our grand kiddos. Got plenty of help from the helpful salesperson. Will go back again!!

Pa
Review №2

This shop is too cute! Im so impressed by all of the Old Town specific items they have. They also have TONS of beautiful Christmas ornaments, so I will definitely be back at Christmas time to buy those as gifts!

Vi
Review №3

Had a wonderful experience at this gift shop. I was buying gifts for my family in Illinois who I am visiting in 2 weeks time. Excellent customer service, extremely organized store, and overall just a warm and welcoming environment. No sales were pushed on me, assistance was always offered (which is incredibly nice), and prices were very reasonable. I will come back here again some day with my family! I even got some deals for spending over $100+. #SupportSmallBusiness !

Va
Review №4

Lovely store with all things Old Town. Highly recommend walking all the way to the back. Many books about Old Town that could not find anywhere else. The art is beautiful, featuring many local artist. A very authentic store! I loved the maps with the pin from peoples home town. You can tell a lot of people around the world have visited the store.

Le
Review №5

Such and cute and exciting little shop! They are the only place to get Old Town branded gifts and apparel! I LOVE all the pineapple themed gifts too! I really like that they feature local artists and have goods from the local Farmers Market vendors. There’s even a kids’ area for them to play and fun toys to buy! Everyone there is super nice and helpful. Great for visitors and locals alike!

Am
Review №6

This is a wonderful gift shop with a nice array of items. This is especially true if you are seeking something representative of Virginia or Old Town Alexandria. The staff is warm and friendly.

Re
Review №7

This is hands down one of my favorites when I visit Alexandria. A great shop with a little something for everyone.

Ro
Review №8

Such a beautiful gem in an already beautiful environment.

sh
Review №9

Very nice little gift shop!

Di
Review №10

Looking for great gifts? Look no further! This great shop is truly a local gem full of so many items I cant list them all! But heres a few: local artists and artisan gifts, tons of Old Town Alexandria (OTX) gifts, t-shirts and sweatshirts, Cherry Blossom gifts, Virginia gifts, ornaments, DC items, patriotic items and just so much more. The shopkeeper greets you as you enter, welcoming you into a wonderful area full of gifts for everyone! It is THE place in Old Town to find that perfect gift or souvenir. Stop by and say hello! Its just a stones throw from King Street and the FREE Old Town trolley.

La
Review №11

Very cute shop at the base of Old Town with a wonderful array of local goods and gifts. Books, ornaments, food stuffs, and seasonal items. Staff was super helpful in pointing me to what I was looking for. Masks are required for COVID protocols. Happy to support this local business.

Ci
Review №12

Nice selection. Quality items .

Ju
Review №13

I go to Alexandria often and I ALWAYS make sure to stop through this shop to browse!! These gifts are beautiful, quaint, and meaningful and this shop is the perfect place to take a little piece of Alexandria back home with you. Definitely recommend for any holiday or birthday gifts you need to get.

De
Review №14

Great souvenir shop near the Washington port area where George Washington used to live!Nice place to visit to collect the memorabilia of your DC tour!

Ta
Review №15

Our random find while walking around today. Very cute!

Ja
Review №16

Local arts and goods. Cards were beautiful and not expensive! Products from the farmers market that you can only get on the weekend. History corner with silent firm--Going back!

Jh
Review №17

Nicest and most helpful staff I’ve interacted with in such a long time, made me proud to be a Virginian. They had a wide range of items, all very unique and high quality. Wish they had a few more Virginia and Washington DC items as opposed to Old Town although it’s in the heart of Old Town so I understand why. Nonetheless a very beautiful shop to stop by when in Alexandria, will definitely be back and recommend to those visiting me.

Su
Review №18

Great shop for gifts!

Ji
Review №19

Nice to be back in the Old Town area.

Mo
Review №20

Great shop with good stuff to buy. The people who work and own this shop are really nice people. So nice that we made sure to stop by this place a second time a year later when we returned to D.C.. if you are in old Alexandria, I cant reccomend the place enough.

Ka
Review №21

Please do not buy your souvenirs at the random shops in DC. This store is so cute and has just what your looking for! Key chains, shirts, hats, peanuts, trendy socks and more. The area around this shop is so very cute and has everything from ice cream shops to little bookstores and clothing shops too.

Gr
Review №22

My favorite shop in Old Town!!! Great place for anything Old Town, Alexandria, or Virginia related!! Everything you need for you hospitality pineapple theme kitchen. Glassware, rocks glasses, stemware, and home bar accoutrements! The book section is complete with rare Alexandria historical information and American Independence themed history. T-shirts, art, DC memorabilia, and knick knacks of all sorts. Dont leave without grabbing honey, syrup, baking mixes, or other wares from local suppliers.No, I dont work there. No, I dont know the owners. I am a local that lives in Old Town and loves this store. Support local business, support local economy. Shop here and bring a little piece of Old Town to wherever you call home!

Sa
Review №23

The Old Town shop is a wonderful place with welcoming costumer service and an energetic and hospitable owner. They have the cutest things and have their own custom made products which makes it a gem. A perfect place to get gifts for all ages. I feel appreciated when I go there as a customer and person!

Kr
Review №24

Such a cute shop with a lot of variety! Emily was a gem, and so helpful too. Definitely recommend a walk around this area of Alexandria!

Mi
Review №25

Stopped in to just check it out since it seemed like a nice little store and I was there from out of town. They had some really nice gifts in there and the owner and the girl working there were as nice as could be. I was getting a gift to give for Valentine’s Day and they wrapped it and everything, couldn’t have been any nicer!!!

Ch
Review №26

Originally I was surprised to see the number of higher ratings attributed to the shop, but now I’m beginning to wonder just how many people have visited and simply decided to not come back. If it weren’t for the super friendly and helpful sales associate on the floor, this visit would have been a total loss.This quaint shop has a treasure trove of nice trinkets and other unique finds that are great reminders of a visit to Old Town, but our experience with the gentleman working in the store during our visit today around 12:30 was puzzling, to say the least. His aggressively brusque tone made the environment unwelcoming and, looking back, we probably should have left as soon as he snapped at us the first time.My son, who is always super friendly, said “Have a good day, Sir” as we were leaving the store, to which he gruffly and sarcastically replied, “Yeah.”Really, Sir? This is Old Town Alexandria, a place where one expects friendly people and smiling faces. I am not sure if this behavior is normal, nor will I risk the chance of finding out by ever visiting again. I do not recommend this place. Take your $$ a few doors down the sidewalk to the Christmas Attic for unique finds and friendlier faces.

Be
Review №27

Cute little shop a block from the water in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria.Had some items that would appeal to tourists of the area, but also has some unique and cool memorabilia of Old Town.This is a fun place to stop and browse, especially if you are looking for reminders of your visit to historic Alexandria!

Sh
Review №28

I agree with the other reviewer--FINALLY a place to buy gifts and home goods celebrating OLD TOWN. Who wants to buy cheap, tacky D.C. souvenirs when we live in such a beautiful neighborhood thats worth celebrating in its own right? The prices are EXTREMELY reasonable, the space is beautiful, and the owner/staff are wonderfully friendly and kind. Definitely an asset to Old Towns shopping scene.

Pa
Review №29

The staff is so kind and welcoming! They even gave us a Alexandria is for Lovers shirt as a complementary gift to celebrate our recent engagement. Customer focused!

Ch
Review №30

Such a cute gift shop with all types of gift ideas! The staff went above and beyond to answer my questions, tell me stories about the meaning of things, and helped me search for the right size and gift. Definitely stop by this store!!!

Ke
Review №31

Great shop! The best gift shop in old town. My friend and I visited and were treated so well by the owner. Lots of great products.

Ma
Review №32

Very kind and informative staff. Lots of great products and souvenirs to choose from! I will definitely be back next time Im in Old Town, VA!

Ro
Review №33

Cute shop, variety of novelties and fun atmosphere. Owner was very friendly and helpful. Tucked away, but worth the find!

Bo
Review №34

This shop is so cool. The staff are very helpful. Decent sales. Cozy.

Ma
Review №35

I love that this store helps support people in impoverished countries. They have really nice things too.

Ma
Review №36

Great place for locally made souvenirs. Helpful staff and a very friendly owner! Will come back again!

Ka
Review №37

Finally! A great place to buy Old Town products. I bought a nautical Old Town Alexandria coffee cup and T-shirt for myself and will return today for Easter gifts for friends and family. Inviting atmosphere and super staff!I attended Local Author Thursday last night and picked up Paula Tarnapol Whitacres book, A Civil Life in an Uncivil Time, Julia Wilburs Struggle for Purpose. Great event and book!

Em
Review №38

Good place to get awesome gifts, they have a local alley section, with great selection and good customer service

Ja
Review №39

Darling place! The owner is very helpful.

Wi
Review №40

Nice quality knickknacks and souvenirs from Virginia

Wi
Review №41

My sister works here its pretty dope

Li
Review №42

Staff was friendly. Nice collection of gift items.

Te
Review №43

A good place to go to and buy from

Er
Review №44

Cute little shop to get souvenirs from

Jo
Review №45

Nice shop with nicer staff

Gl
Review №46

Lots of fun merchandise

Os
Review №47

Cheaper than the Pentagon Mall gift shops

Ed
Review №48

Interesting

Ti
Review №49

Typical souvenir shop.

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  • Address:105 S Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314, United States
  • Site:http://www.theoldtownshop.com/
  • Phone:+1 703-684-4682
Categories
  • Gift shop
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–8PM
  • Thursday:10AM–8PM
  • Friday:10AM–8PM
  • Saturday:10AM–9PM
  • Sunday:10AM–9PM
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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