Clean station. Helpful staff…read more Signage everywhere so you know when the trains are coming/going Safe.

The Old Town Amtrak station is a nod to the past. Probably little has changed since 1900. It is…read moregreat if you like the historic aesthetic, but the station does not have many modern amenities. For Old Town it is well located and despite its size is a busy station serving the northeast corridor and VIrginia Railway Express.

Amtrak/VRE/Metro - King Street Station, Old Town Alexandria VA…read more At the start of a weekend trip from Alexandria to Newport News, I was booked on one of Amtrak's Northeast Regional trains. I've lived in Alexandria for about 15 years and appreciate the reach of trains stopping in Old Town. The transit footprint includes the Blue and Yellow Metro rail lines, the VRE commuter rail, and both CSX freight and Amtrak passenger trains - making the station exceptionally versatile. The Amtrak station opens at 6 a.m. - and there's an excellent 24-hour diner a block away, near the Hilton serving Old Town King Street. One of the not-so-great features of the Amtrak side of the station is that passengers heading into D.C. may have to cross over the tracks or face a lot of steps up and down to get from one set of tracks to the other. Complicating the process is the practice of withholding information about which track incoming trains might be using, so we won't know what side of the tracks we will be boarding from. That's all going to change: the site is undergoing major construction changes that will eliminate having to cross the rails on foot. While the construction will likely take most of the year to finish, the result should be amazing. We saw a similar investment in the site two years ago when the WMATA/DASH side of the station was overhauled, greatly improving safety for all who use the station. According to the station's website, the contractor must achieve substantial completion within 756 consecutive calendar days from the Notice-To-Proceed (NTP), issued December 2025 (so figure it'll be under construction until early 2028). This is a station of historic standing, within a stone's throw from the Washington Masonic Temple monument. Once the dust clears, passenger safety will see a significant improvement, as will train traffic.

This is an above ground metro station and super convenient to Old Town Alexandria as well as…read moreNational Harbor, Maryland. To save on Uber/Lyft fees, I took the metro from DCA to this station, then took a bus to National Harbor. The bus area is right outside the metro station and fairly easy to navigate. This station is also in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. I was able to walk around and see a little of it, but if you have more time, you can take the free trolley around Old Town- it also stops here. There really isn't much you can walk to unless you have a good amount of time before your bus arrives, so my suggestion is to stay put and not try to find coffee, food, or drinks. I wish there was a convenience store or coffee shop closer!

Not a fan of this busy station. Simply cannot lie and say, "I can't wait to go to Huntington. The…read morearea is so so, with not a lot of what I'd seek when out and about. If you want a good laugh, the audio system here's probably from the 1980's. Even better if you can understand one word. Metro and this station, aren't going to win any awards. It used to be excellent. Now it's a dilapidated system. New York knows how to do metro, here with so many government agencies involved, not so much. If you're lucky you'll have a train show up in 15 minutes. I'm relieved I didn't take a job in town, that would have required this everyday. Huntington Station is just outdated, uncomfortable, and if half the machines work that is an accomplishment. Avoid this if possible.

The first stop on the Yellow line, this Huntington station is a little outdated. Just be aware…read morethat service does tend to get interrupted quite often due to rail work, affecting the Huntington pick-up. Parking is available daily at $4.85 for all-day, but on weekends, it is free (gates are up!). I suggest in parking at the lower level garage, as it is easier to get in to the station. The escalators are a little scary, though, as they are quite high! The staff here are friendly (for the most part, such as Mr. B.B. Young (!)) and try to help you out with any questions/assistance. +free parking on weekends! +first stop on the Yellow line (for Alexandria folks) +ask for Mr. B.B. Young

Used this station as it was close to where we stayed. Never rode the metro before. While we were…read moregetting tickets from the machine one of the workers there came over and asked if we needed any help. We didn't but thought that was nice that he didn't just wait around until someone asked for help. Station is not one of the busier ones but was easy to navigate and very clean.

This is an elevated Metro station that services the yellow and blue lines. It's in a pretty nice…read morearea in Alexandria and within walking distance from several restaurant options. The last time I was in town for the Marine Corps Marathon, I came through here to have dinner with my local friends at the nearby Lena's Wood Fired Pizza restaurant which was a short walk from this station.

Our first visit to Joe's Thighs Restaurant & Bar, just off King Street in Alexandria, was an…read moreexcellent experience from beginning to end. The food was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared, and the cocktails were exceptionally well mixed. I tried both the Cherry Blossom Sangria and the Orange Old Fashioned, and each was delicious and nicely balanced. Rather than ordering traditional entrées, we decided to sample several items. The Garlic Parmesan Wings were a standout--the Parmesan appeared to be freshly shredded, which gave them a noticeably fresher flavor than the typical pre-packaged version. The wings were well seasoned and cooked perfectly. We also enjoyed the dip and the Chicago Beef Pizza, both of which were flavorful, fresh, and satisfying. The service made the evening even more memorable. Monique and Alex were both attentive, personable, and welcoming throughout our visit. Monique, in particular, added a thoughtful personal touch when she commented on how much we seemed to be genuinely enjoying one another's company. It was such a kind observation and a beautiful reminder that, as friends, we don't always get enough opportunities to simply sit together, laugh, catch up, and enjoy the moment. Between the quality of the food, the well-crafted drinks, and the warm service, Joe's Thighs delivered a wonderful first impression. Nothing felt rushed or mass-produced; everything tasted fresh and intentionally prepared. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and will definitely be returning for football season. Prices were extremely reasonable and cost efficient. And a special thanks to Antwan for checking on our experience at our he restaurant and encouraging us to come back during the season. Because of these experiences and exceptional service from Antwan's welcome when we entered, the food & drinks the ladies impeccable service, and his recommendation when leaving, we are sure to return!!!!

Joe Theismann's Restaurant was an interesting brunch experience. The location is okay, but street…read moreparking? NOT IT. Thankfully, you can park in the Embassy Suites garage and the restaurant validates for up to 3 hours, which definitely helps. One of the biggest draws here is the bottomless brunch. It's actually one of the more inexpensive bottomless brunches I've seen in the DMV, AND there's no time limit! That alone makes it worth considering if you want to sit, eat and enjoy brunch without watching the clock. Food was a little hit or miss for me. Some of the savory options were way too salty, and I really did NOT like the hot honey chicken & waffles. That one completely turned me off. The sweeter brunch options, however, were much better and definitely more my speed. Service was really good! Our waiter was attentive, helpful and checked on us throughout our meal. As far as the decor, it's pretty much your standard restaurant setup. Nothing particularly impressive or upscale, but there is plenty of memorabilia highlighting Joe Theismann's NFL career, which gives the restaurant some personality and history. Overall, affordable bottomless brunch + no time limit + good service are the wins. The food just needs a little more consistency for me.

Clean, efficient, fast. It's everything you need in a mass transit system. More signs would be…read morehelpful.

This is a convenient station to catch the Metro. Right across the street is the Hoffman Town Center…read morewhere there are several restaurant options and a movie theater. From here you can catch the yellow line over to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport or into DC.

Train has been consistently late or tracks under repair for over two weeks. Notification today at…read more4:01am said all trains were running on time. Still standing on the platform at 5:15 and no train...no schedule update. Officially done with VRE. Several others on the platform said they are now switching to other commute options. The only consistency in the VRE schedule is that it is inconsistent and non existent. Update: 5/8/26 Yes... continuing the disappointment, VRE is late for yet another consecutive time. 20 minute delay is what is claimed, but who are they kidding. Update on the update: trains now delayed 45 minutes. Update on the updates update: trains now moving. They are 1 hour behind. The train still has not arrived, but at least it is moving. I decided to go home and take a vacation day. By the time I get to work, I am already late and need to use leave to make up the time. Might as well stay home. My prediction is next week... continued construction followed by more delays, disappointment, and riders seeking out commuter buses, van pools and slug lines. I have already made the switch. I recommend you do the same.

Nice train and the conductors are friendly BUT they are late practically EVERYDAY! Both coming and…read moregoing home...Sigh...

What a super find. This is such a great convenience for tourists and locals. You can travel the…read moreentire length of King st and learn some history while traveling on it, and it's free. We road back and forth and was a great way to learn what's around the area. Love this mode of transportation.

If you are visiting Alexandria, please take the king street trolley. You can get a lot of history…read morejust riding the trolley. It is free and you get off and on at different places.