What to do in Alexandria, VA

Activities, attractions and tours
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Alexandria Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Alexandria has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Alexandria, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Alexandria with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Alexandria

Alexandria is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Alexandria, and make it a breeze to explore Alexandria and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Alexandria to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Alexandria, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Alexandria.

Alexandria attractions

Alexandria has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Alexandria to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Alexandria.

Looking for things to do in Alexandria can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Alexandria or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Alexandria attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Old Town Alexandria

5/5(5 area reviews)

This well-preserved historic district a short drive from Washington D.C. has modern art and designer fashions lining 18th-century cobblestone streets.

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Old Town West

While you're in Old Town West, take in top sights like Alexandria Black History Resource Center and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.

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Potomac West

While you're in Potomac West, take in top sights like Mt Vernon Ave and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.

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Southwest Quadrant

Southwest Quadrant might not have many top sights, but United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum and Market Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Belle Haven

Belle Haven is well liked for its riverfront. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alexandria area, you might plan a trip to United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum or George Washington Masonic National Memorial.

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Eisenhower East

3/5(1 area review)

While you're in Eisenhower East, take in top sights like National Inventors Hall of Fame and Museum and jump on the metro at Eisenhower Ave. Station to see more of the city.

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