Plan Your Day
Please join us on Saturday, September 25, 2027, for our next historic homes tour!
We’ll update this page closer to the event with everything you need to know to plan your day, from ticket pick-up to parking and getting around Old Town.
Below are some FAQs about the event that generally do not change year to year.
Please visit the sponsorship page to see – and support – our amazing 2026 Tour, Home, and Gold Sponsors!
You can donate to the Twig anytime and ask that the donation be directed to support the homes tour. The Twig a 501(c)(3) charitable organization (EIN 23-7025070).
Can I go at my own pace?
Yes. The tour is self-guided, so you can visit the homes in any order and take as much time as you like between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Head hostesses and volunteer docents are stationed throughout each home to share its history and answer questions.
What happens if it rains?
The tour takes place in light rain, so please dress for the weather, as you’ll be walking between homes. In the event of severe weather, the tour will be postponed to the next day. Any change will be announced on our website and by email to ticket holders.
Are bathrooms available?
The Alexandria Visitors Center on King Street has public bathrooms.
Can I bring my children?
Children under 12 are not allowed inside the homes; however, infants carried by an adult are welcome. Strollers must be left outside the homes.
Can I take photos or video inside the homes?
No. Out of respect for our homeowners’ privacy, no photography or video of the homes is permitted.
Are the homes wheelchair accessible?
None of the tour homes were built with accessibility in mind. Many include stairs and narrow passages. Please contact us in advance if you have questions about a particular concern.
Can I bring my pet? Can I smoke?
No pets and no smoking, please, inside or around the tour homes.
What is your refund policy?
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, please consider your purchase a donation to The Twig in support of Inova Alexandria Hospital. The Twig a 501(c)(3) charitable organization (EIN 23-7025070).
Where should I park?
Street parking is available throughout most of the tour area, including metered and 2- and 3-hour zones. Read the signs carefully, as regulations are strictly enforced, and you may need to use the ParkMobile app to pay for parking.
The Visit Alexandria website and City of Alexandria website provide information about parking options in Old Town.
Note: The Market Square/City Hall garage on King Street is closed for renovation.
Is there a trolley or public transit?
Yes. The City of Alexandria runs the free King Street Trolley between the King Street Metro Station and the Potomac River waterfront. For times and stops, visit visitalexandria.com/plan/king-street-trolley.
What else is nearby?
Old Town is one of the top historic destinations in the country, with shops, restaurants, and points of interest all within easy walking distance.
Make time to visit our thrift shop at 106 N. Columbus Street, just off King Street, for boutique quality items at thrift store prices, including women’s and men’s clothing, shoes, accessories, jewelry, artwork, home goods, and more!