River Farm, Alexandria

Name: River Farm
Address: 7931 E Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, 22308-1307, United States
Telephone: +1 703-768-5700

#23 among attractions in Alexandria

Botanical garden, Relax in park, Garden, Historical place, More...

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Facts and practical information

River Farm, currently home to the American Horticultural Society headquarters, is a landscape located at 7931 East Boulevard Drive, Alexandria, Virginia. The estate takes its name from a larger plot of land which formed an outlying part of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate. ()

Elevation: 72 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°44'33"N, 77°2'41"W

Address

7931 E Boulevard DrFort HuntAlexandria 22308-1307 United States

Contact

+1 703-768-5700

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Day trips

River Farm – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Capital Wheel, Mount Vernon Trail, Mount Vernon, MGM National Harbor.

3.3 miNE
Amusement, Game and entertainment center, Theme park
The Capital Wheel, National Harbor
84 min walk • Rising gracefully above the waterfront of National Harbor, The Capital Wheel is a modern marvel that offers breathtaking views of the Potomac River, along with the surrounding Prince George's County, Maryland. This towering Ferris wheel stands as a majestic fixture in...
2.4 miS
Cycling, Bike trail, Bike path
Mount Vernon Trail, Alexandria
62 min walk • The Mount Vernon Trail is a cherished pathway offering both locals and tourists in Alexandria, Virginia, a scenic escape into nature and history. This multi-use trail stretches for 18 miles along the Potomac River's western bank, providing a continuous route from...
3.2 miSW
Restored estate of the first president
Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon
83 min walk • Mount Vernon, nestled in the heart of Virginia, is more than just a historical landmark—it's a journey into the life and legacy of one of America's founding fathers, George Washington. This well-preserved estate, situated along the banks of the Potomac River, offers...
4.1 miNE
Gambling, Nightlife, Casino
MGM National Harbor, National Harbor
105 min walk • The MGM National Harbor is a US$1.4 billion resort in the Oxon Hill census-designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland. The resort opened on December 8, 2016, and is owned by MGM Growth Properties and operated by MGM Resorts International.
3.5 miN
Bridge
Woodrow Wilson Bridge, Alexandria
91 min walk • The Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge is a bascule bridge that spans the Potomac River between the independent city of Alexandria, Virginia, and Oxon Hill in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States.
3.3 miNE
Sculpture, Monuments and statues
The Awakening Sculpture, National Harbor
85 min walk • The Awakening is a 72-foot statue by J. Seward Johnson, Jr. that depicts a giant embedded in the earth, struggling to free himself. It is located at National Harbor in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States, just outside the District of Columbia.
3.3 miN
Lighthouse, View point, Vernacular architecture
Jones Point Light, Alexandria
85 min walk • The Jones Point Light is a small river lighthouse located on the Potomac River in Alexandria, Virginia. It was built in 1855. It is a small, one-story house with a lantern on top and served primarily as a warning light for naval ships approaching the Washington Navy Yard.
3.5 miN
Park
Jones Point, Alexandria
90 min walk • Jones Point is a geographic point on the Potomac River within the city of Alexandria, Virginia, United States. The Jones Point Light and Jones Point Park are located at the point, which is immediately North of the confluence of Hunting Creek and the Potomac River.
3.8 miN
Area
Huntington station, Alexandria
98 min walk • Huntington is an island-platformed Washington Metro station in the Huntington area of Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. The station was opened on December 17, 1983, and is operated by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority.
3.6 miN
Historical place, Cemetery
Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery, Alexandria
92 min walk • The Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery at 1001 S. Washington St. in Alexandria, Virginia was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 15, 2012.
3.3 miNE
Children's museum, Museum
National Children's Museum, National Harbor
84 min walk • The National Children’s Museum is a children's museum and science center in downtown Washington, D.C. It is intended to serve children up to age 12 and their families through interactive exhibits exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is River Farm open?

River Farm is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed