South Union Street

501 S Union St,
Alexandria, VA 22314

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South Union Street

501 S Union St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Location Type:

Best Season:

Year Round

Portrait Permits:

A permit for portrait photography is not required.

Parking Info:

Parking can often be found directly adjacent to Windmill Hill Park on South Union Street. With very quick access to the Wilkes Street Tunnel, Shipyard Park and Windmill Hill Park, it also makes an ideal place to begin a portrait session and meet up with your photographer. If parking is not available on South Union Street, you may check Gibbon St, Franklin St or Lee St.

Hosts Events:

No

Photos from South Union Street

About  South Union Street

South Union Street in Alexandria, Virginia, is home to several unique and photo-worthy locations. If you’re in the area, be sure to check out Windmill Hill Park, Wilkes Street Tunnel, and Shipyard Park.

Windmill Hill Park is a small park located on the corner of Wilkes and Princess streets in Alexandria. This park features an open lawn, perfect for picnics, as well as a playground for children. Visitors can also relax on the park’s benches and enjoy the lush greenery.

The Wilkes Street Tunnel is a historic brick tunnel located near South Union Street. This tunnel is a landmark in Alexandria, known for its brick walls and arched ceiling, and provides a unique photo opportunity for visitors. Street photographers love the tunnel’s natural light and architectural details, which make for stunning photos.

Shipyard Park is located near South Union Street, on the Potomac River. This park is known for its stunning views of the water and the nearby monuments. Visitors can enjoy a stroll along the riverwalk, picnic on the large open lawn, or relax on one of the many benches and picnic tables.

For the best photo opportunities, visit Windmill Hill Park, Wilkes Street Tunnel, and Shipyard Park in the early morning or late afternoon, when the natural light is soft and warm. This time of day provides the best conditions for capturing stunning photos, with the sun casting a warm, golden glow over the surroundings.

Other Locations for Photography in Alexandria, Virginia

Cedar Knoll

Permit: No Portraits
9030 Lucia Ln
Fort Hunt, VA 22308
A white house with trees in the background in Alexandria, Virginia.

Fort Ward Park

Permit: No
4301 W Braddock Rd
Alexandria, VA 22304
A family walks through Fort Ward Park in Virginia during the fall.

Green Spring Gardens

Permit: Yes
4603 Green Spring Rd
Alexandria, VA 22312
A gazebo situated in the middle of a beautiful garden in Alexandria, Virginia's Green Spring Gardens.

Hummingbird Bar & Kitchen

Permit: No Portraits
220 South Union Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
A glass facade building with a glass door located in Alexandria, Virginia for Hummingbird Bar & Kitchen.

Jones Point Park

Permit: No
Jones Point Dr
Alexandria, VA 23242
A man and woman are standing under a bridge in Jones Point Park in Alexandria, Virginia.

Cedar Knoll

Permit: No Portraits
Location Type:
Event Venue, Restaurant

Fort Ward Park

Permit: No
Location Type:
Historic, Monument

Green Spring Gardens

Permit: Yes
Location Type:
Garden, Park

Hummingbird Bar & Kitchen

Permit: No Portraits

Jones Point Park

Permit: No
Location Type:
Park, Urban, Waterfront

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