While most of the roads around Washington, D.C. are known for hosting the worst traffic in the nation, there are plenty of roads in the D.C. area that stand out as a great place for a stroll.
However, while there’s no shortage of great hikes and scenic bike paths around the capital city, the D.C. area did have one road that stood out and earned a spot at one of the top 100 most walkable main streets in the country!
Which D.C. area road is one of the nation’s most walkable main streets?
According to a ranking done by Assisted Living Magazine, the D.C. area road that was ranked one of the most walkable main streets in the nation was Alexandria’s King Street!
While it may not come as a shock, given that King Street was recently ranked as one of the most beautiful streets in the entire world!
What makes King Street in Alexandria so special?
Only about 15 minutes from central D.C., King Street is famous for its incredible historic architecture, which features some landmarks that date back to the 18th and 19th centuries.
In total, the street spans twenty blocks from the Potomac River into the heart of Old Town Alexandria, making it an incredible main street for a stroll.
How to get to King Street from D.C.
Getting to King Street in Alexandria is a fairly easy route; simply hop on the metro and head towards the King Street – Old Town Metro Station on the Blue Line or Yellow Line!
Naturally, depending on where you are in the District, it could take you as long as 30-45 minutes to reach if you are far, but if you’re in southwest D.C., it could be as little as 15 minutes.
Things to do on King Street
King Street is famous for its architectural beauty and natural views, so it’s a relatively quiet road that makes for a perfect walk about a mile in distance, but the street is lined with local businesses and a few fantastic spots to stop for a bite to eat!
If you go at the right time, you’ll even be able to enjoy Market Square’s weekly farmer’s market, which is an event we can’t recommend enough.