Welcome to Whistle Stop Toy & Hobby!

Whistle Stop Toy and Hobby is the Alexandria’s only family-owned, old-fashioned hobby shop sure to delight young and old! Visit our huge window train layout, take a turn driving your own Ferrari or relive memories of building your first B-52 bomber model.

We carry the highest quality hobby items including Lego as well as N – G gauge trains, Thomas the Tank engine, Lego sets, Remote Control cars, airsoft guns, planes and helicopters, die cast cars and military pieces, slot cars, rockets, models, paints, scenery and much more! We also provide superb service whether you are buying your child their first Lionel train set or kites for an afternoon picnic.

Looking for a unique children’s birthday party rental?  We can help!

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So come in, revive an old hobby or start a new one, and plan to make memories with your family that will last a lifetime!

Make us your local Toy & Hobby Destination!

Now that Toys R Us has closed, we are your local toy store destination. We know the products and can assist you with your toy and hobby needs and promise a fun, personable shopping experience! Come and see us!
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No time to shop? Ask us about our Gift Cards!

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Annual Santa Train –

Tickets NOW on sale!

Join us for the 17th Annual Santa Railway Express Train.  Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be on board to greet children with a special holiday treat!

The 2023 Train Schedule will run on: 

Monday, December 4th – SOLD OUT!
Monday, December 11th – SOLD OUT!
Friday, December 15th – SOLD OUT!
Monday, December 18th – SOLD OUT!

Tickets are $29.99 per person and must be purchased IN PERSON.

For more information, visit our Annual Santa Train page.

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We are the exclusive DC metro area carrier of

I’m The Boss Of Me – The ITBOM Board Book

Come down to Whistle Stop, the current exclusive DC metro area carrier of I’m The Boss Of Me – The ITBOM Board Book – endorsed by parents, teachers, psychologists, therapists, & childhood specialists – and LOVED by little ones!!
Local Northern Virginia resident, Casey Waesche (KAY-see WAY-shee), created the ITBOM Series – I’m The Boss Of Me to teach children confidence, character, integrity, and self-esteem. It helps children understand that they have what it takes to be great Bosses of themselves and features happy & supportive, diverse children.

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We will also deliver to you curbside if you call ahead! 

(703) 549-4912