Title: Alexandria Travel Guide: Best of Alexandria, Minnesota Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Alexandria](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels.d6059984.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Alexandria](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Holiday-Rentals.d6059984.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Alexandria Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Alexandria.d6059984.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alexandria Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexandria.d6059984.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Alexandria Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Aerial view of downtown Alexandria, Minnesota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059984/82acbce7-79c2-46e1-864b-844595d6da54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of downtown Alexandria, Minnesota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059984/82acbce7-79c2-46e1-864b-844595d6da54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An overlooking landscape view of Alexandria, Minnesota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059984/a75a5789-b02c-4bbc-ac6b-a3e6afb223eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059984/a3db5b59-1cc8-4963-aaa2-8c5546e3149f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset on a dock with pontoon boat on Lake Reno in Alexandria, Minnesota; Shutterstock ID 554575855; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059984/17f107d9-3f84-4304-877e-588bd67086be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Alexandria Things to do #### Picturesque lakes, fishing, watersports, art, history and shopping make this central Minnesota city a great destination for all ages. Surrounded by lakes and parks, Alexandria is an ideal getaway for year-round outdoor adventures. Activities range from fishing, hiking and biking to skiing and skating. Alexandria is also a city of history and culture. Discover an interesting Norse heritage, browse local art galleries and enjoy free summer concerts. The city is in the centre of Minnesota, the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.” A major highlight of Alexandria is its incredible lakes, about 300 in and around the city. Most of these lakes have resorts, beaches and opportunities for watersports such as kayaking, Jet-Skiing and wakeboarding. Find hotels and lodges, great fishing, swimming and golf at Lake Miltona. Watch musical and theatre productions at Theatre L’Homme Dieu on the shores of Lake Le Homme Dieu. Visit Lake Carlos State Park to traverse nature trails in summer and try cross-country skiing in winter. Take a break from the lakes and explore Alexandria’s easygoing downtown district. Browse for antiques, arts and crafts at the boutiques stores and independent dealers. Check out exhibitions by regional artists at the Ruby Hill Gallery. Attend the free summer concerts held on the lawns of the Douglas County Courthouse. See displays of old boats at the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum. Learn about Alexandria’s wildlife and Norse history at the Runestone Museum. Alexandria has numerous family-friendly attractions. Play miniature golf or race around a go-kart track at Casey’s Amusement Park. Ride waterslides and swim down a lazy river at the Big Splash Indoor Waterpark. When the winter snow arrives, plan a trip to Andes Tower Hills for skiing, snowboarding and tubing. Wine lovers can take a guided tour of Carlos Creek Winery. Visit the winery in September for the Grape Stomp, an annual food and drink festival accompanied by live music. Alternatively, make the short drive to Osakis to learn about the distillation of whisky at Panther Distillery. Alexandria is about a 2-hour drive northwest from Minneapolis. Getting to and around Alexandra is easiest via car. The city is a gateway to the Central Lakes Trail. This 55-mile (88-kilometre) trail passes scenic lakes and woodland between Fergus Falls and Osakis. - Top hotels in Alexandria - Top Holiday Rentals in Alexandria ![Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7880000/7875500/7875419/3a5d38b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center 2100 Arrowwood Lane NW Alexandria MN £79 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Alexandria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Popular attractions Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and Lake Brophy County ... 7.2/10 Good! (874 reviews) Great place to stay!!:) Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=7875419&PinnedHotelID=7875419&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059984) ![Holiday Inn Alexandria by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8537/92f27913_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Alexandria by IHG 5637 Highway 29 South Alexandria MN £64 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (492 reviews) Room was clean, staff was accommodating. Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=8537&PinnedHotelID=8537&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059984) ![Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1880000/1876400/1876343/f4cd8ec7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria 2705 S Broadway St Alexandria MN £86 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (792 reviews) Very friendly staff Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=1876343&PinnedHotelID=1876343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059984) [See all 289 properties in Alexandria](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6059984) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Home in the Center of the City!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83700000/83698600/83698542/ddb538f9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home in the Center of the City! Alexandria MN Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Alexandria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews) Very nice stay! Will be back. Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Home-In-The-Center-Of-The-City.h83698542.Hotel-Information) ![Little Dipper, Lovely Lake A-Frame ~ Dock ~ Kayak](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75620000/75612500/75612478/7ea14ad8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Little Dipper, Lovely Lake A-Frame \~ Dock \~ Kayak Alexandria MN Stay at this golf cabin in Alexandria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Lake Miltona and Garfield Wildlife Management Area are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews) Super cozy place. Neat location. We enjoyed our stay! Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-A-Frame.h75612478.Hotel-Information) ![Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32062300/32062285/20a68c63_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798 Alexandria MN Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Alexandria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a water park. Popular attractions Lake Brophy County Park and Lake ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews) Really well set up! Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Brophy-Reflections-4br2ba.h32062285.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Alexandria](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6059984&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Alexandria hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059984&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07)[6 Feb - 7 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059984&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059984&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059984&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059984&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059984&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Statue of Big Ole the Viking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532651973/c2642b85-a3d9-4bda-8bb9-13c20a0d03da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Big Ole Viking Statue You can learn about the history of Alexandria with a visit to Big Ole Viking Statue. Stroll along this family-friendly area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Ole-Viking-Statue-Alexandria.d553248621532651973.Attraction) #### Big Splash Indoor Waterpark Bring the family to Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Alexandria. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Splash-Indoor-Waterpark-Alexandria.d553248621532651977.Attraction) #### Carlos Creek Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Carlos Creek Winery during your travels to Alexandria. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlos-Creek-Winery-Alexandria.d6092461.Attraction) #### Lake Mary Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mary during your travels in Alexandria. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. 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