Located in the heart of the greater Washington area, Alexandria lies across the river from National Harbor and close to three major airports. That means getting here is easy! Enjoy stress-free travel with four convenient Metro stops. Alexandria's bus service, Water Taxi, Free King Street Trolley and easy access to major interstate highways means getting here is Easy!
Alexandria is right off the Capital Beltway (I-95 and I-495) which encircles the District of Columbia. Take Exit 177-B off the Beltway and follow the signs to the Visitors Center. From Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York, take I-95S. From Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay and surrounding beaches, take US-50W to I-495. From West Virginia take I-66E to I-495. I-270N connects the Beltway to Frederick, Maryland and beyond.

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