Torpedo Factory Art Center, Alexandria, Virginia, United States of America

Torpedo Factory Art Center is situated on the banks of the Potomac River in the town of Alexandria, in Virginia, United States. It is was a naval munitions factory that was converted into an art center and is home to the most significant number of working artists studios in the country that can be accessed by the public. Torpedo Factory Art Center houses more than eighty-two artists' studios, two workshops, and seven galleries, with more than 160 professional visual artists who work in a variation of media such as photography, ceramics, jewelry, painting, and more. Every year, the art center lets almost half-million visitors interact with its community of artists. 

For those who want to have a bit of adventure, they can hike up Mount Rainier. Stay close to Torpedo Factory Art Center and other famous landmarks in the area by booking a room at Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria, which offers accommodation with a restaurant, a bar, and a fitness center. All rooms in the hotel are provided with a wardrobe and a private bathroom. The Trump Hotel also boasts its celebrity treatment and world-class service with its onsite dining and spectacular city views. Tourists can stroll around Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, which is famous for its water lilies and large lotus flowers. It is also an excellent spot for bird watching and fall foliage. The Smithsonian's National Zoo is also a perfect place to bring your kids and let them come face to face with the different animals.