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Things to see in Alexandria, Virginia (United States): 24 places and when to go
Alexandria, Virginia is a city in United States with around 127,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (8), History (5), Nature (4). The best known are Mount Vernon, Woodrow Wilson Bridge and Jones Point Light. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 18. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 38.8204, -77.1
- Population
- About 127,000
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (8) · History (5) · Nature (4) · Wildlife (4) · With kids (4) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 326 km as the crow flies
What to see in Alexandria, Virginia
The places in and around Alexandria, Virginia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Mount VernonPlantation estate of George Washington, in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States12 km
- Woodrow Wilson BridgeBascule bridge over the Potomac River6.4 km
- Jones Point LightLighthouse in Virginia, United States6.1 km
- Mason Neck State ParkState park in Virginia, United States21 km
- Fort Washington ParkHistoric fort and military reservation; and surrounding parkland in Fort Washington, Maryland, United States13 km
- National Museum of the United States ArmyOfficial museum for the history of the United States Army at Fort Belvoir, Virginia12 km
- Pohick Bay Regional ParkProtected area in northeastern Virginia17 km
- Fort FooteHistorical fort in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States8.5 km
- Bells Bird Sanctuary ParkPark in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States of America18 km
- Capital WheelFerris wheel at National Harbor, Maryland8.0 km
- Audacious AleworksBrewery9.1 km
- Canine CardioBrewery2.7 km
- Catherine's LodgeMountains · Hiking2.1 km
- David M. Brown PlanetariumPlanetarium7.6 km
- Fair Winds Brewing CompanyBrewery12 km
- Forge Brew WorksBrewery13 km
- George Washington's GristmillDistillery12 km
- Gerry Connolly Cross County TrailHiking15 km
- Lost Boy CideryBrewery4.0 km
- Ocean Dunes WaterparkWith kids6.7 km
- Pirate's Cove WaterparkWith kids18 km
- Solace OutpostBrewery9.9 km
- Sweet Water TavernBrewery12 km
- True REST Float SpaHot spring bath6.0 km
When to go to Alexandria, Virginia
The best time to visit Alexandria, Virginia is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:34
- FebPossible10:32
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time13:01
- MayBest time14:07
- JunBest time14:42
- JulBest time14:28
- AugBest time13:31
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:57
- NovPossible9:50
- DecPossible9:18
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 18. In April, 24 of the 24 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Alexandria, Virginia
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 326 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Washington, D.C.48 places12 km
- St. Charles, Maryland9 places28 km
- Upper Marlboro8 places30 km
- Herndon40 places31 km
- Colesville11 places31 km
- Manassas18 places35 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Alexandria, Virginia?
The best known: Mount Vernon, Woodrow Wilson Bridge, Jones Point Light, Mason Neck State Park, Fort Washington Park. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria, Virginia?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 18.
How do you get to Alexandria, Virginia?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 326 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Alexandria, Virginia as the destination and these 24 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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