Alexandria travel guide
Alexandria Tourism | Alexandria Guide
You're Going to Love Alexandria
With a population of 139.966, Alexandria is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Alexandria has to offer.
Where to Eat in Alexandria
Old Town is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Alexandria. These include popular favourites such as Barca Wine Bar & Pier (3 Pioneer Mill Way), Ada's on the River (3 Pioneer Mill Way) and Lady Camellia (229 Strand St). If you’re looking for affordable options, La Tasca - Alexandria (607 King Street) and Hank's Oyster Bar - Alexandria (1026 King St) are great picks.
When to visit Alexandria
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Alexandria in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -2 °C, with an average temperature of 2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 97 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Alexandria, with an average rainfall of 66 mm.
How to Get to Alexandria
Plane
When flying to Alexandria, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Alexandria from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 48m.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Alexandria, followed by Acela. The train journey from Alexandria to Baltimore takes 0h 29m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $30 for a 1h 48m trip. The train station in Alexandria is called Alexandria, and is located 1.6 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Alexandria is to pick up a car hire from Washington, D.C., which is about 11 km from Alexandria. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Washington, D.C..
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alexandria, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Alexandria takes 274 km and will cost you around $47. From New York, the ticket costs about $100 for a journey of 338 km. Alexandria’s bus station is located 2.4 km from the city centre.
Airports near Alexandria
Airlines serving Alexandria
Where to stay in Alexandria
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Wyndham Old Town Alexandria and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alexandria - Fort Belvoir. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Alexandria, with prices from $102 to $756 per night. Old Town is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Alexandria are about 75% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Alexandria
Most booked hotels in Alexandria
Hiring a car in Alexandria
Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Alexandria is the Hertz branch at 501 S Pickett Street, which is 7 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay $1.64 per litre in Alexandria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.68 and $26.24. The most frequently booked car type in Alexandria is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.