Alexandria Planning Tools

Named a Top 3 Best Small City in the U.S. 2019 by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards and the #1 Best Value U.S. Travel Destination 2018 by Money magazine, Alexandria hums with a cosmopolitan feel and a walkable lifestyle—a welcoming weekend escape next to our nation’s capital. With access to three airports, Metrorail, Amtrak, bikeshare and more, getting to Alexandria and navigating throughout the D.C. region is easy. Let us help you take the hassle out of planning with suggested itineraries, things to do, places to eat, where to stay and more.

Due to the current coronavirus situation, various attractions and historic sites have adjusted their hours or temporarily closed. Many events have also been postponed or canceled. Before you visit, please check their individual websites to learn more. For more information, read our FAQs.