Alexandria
VA
Make Alexandria, VA Your World Cup Home Base
Stay in the City Selected by Team Croatia for Easy Access To North American World Cup Games
Conveniently located within eyesight of Washington, D.C. and with its own Amtrak station and easy access to three major airports, Alexandria is the perfect home base for fans attending World Cup games in North America.
Learn why the Croatia national football team selected Alexandria as their official team basecamp by enjoying waterfront views, walkable historic Old Town, hundreds of independent restaurants and shopping, diverse neighborhoods and more.
Voted a Travel + Leisure Top 5 Best City in the U.S. 2025 and a Condé Nast Traveler Top 3 Best Small City in the U.S. 2025, Alexandria is nationally recognized for its rich history and beautifully preserved architecture—a perfect backdrop for waterfront dining, historic attractions, a vibrant arts and culture scene and a welcoming, walkable getaway for visitors.
And with easy access to our nation’s capital via water taxi, Metrorail, car or bicycle, a must-visit destination for anyone visiting the United States is also at your fingertips. Use our tools and guides to help plan your trip, find where to stay and build an itinerary.
While the World Cup brings you here, the city gives you a story to take home. Unlock Your Story in Alexandria.
Team Croatia in Alexandria
As part of their first practice in Alexandria, the Croatia National Football team hosted a community training session at Episcopal High School. After an exchange of gifts between Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins, Vice Mayor Sarah Bagley and City Council with the team’s technical director, Mr. Stipe Pletikosa, the team took to the field. Following practice, players stuck around for pictures and autographs with attendees.
Explore Alexandria with Croatia’s Ambassador
Watch as Visit Alexandria’s Todd O’Leary and Croatian Ambassador Pjer Šimunović explore the city together, from King Street to Croatian wines at Wine Gallery 108 and Croatian-inspired dishes at Old House Cosmopolitan. It’s a preview of the cultural connection and warm hospitality that will welcome Team Croatia and fans from around the world during the World Cup.
Plan Your Visit
World Cup Events
Croatian Heritage and Soccer Culture in Alexandria
Where to Watch the World Cup
Unlock Your Story
Alexandria is a city where centuries-old stories live alongside those still being written. Here, you’ll experience the curiosity, independence and charm of an evolving community rooted in history and progress. Your Alexandria story is just waiting to be discovered.
International Cuisine in Alexandria, VA
Celebrate the world’s top teams visiting the United States by sampling a number of international cuisines in Alexandria, VA.
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Experience America’s 250th During Your World Cup Stay
Alexandria will be at the center of America’s 250th birthday commemorations, from unique signature events like Sails on the Potomac, to new exhibits at George Washington’s Mount Vernon, to special historic tours and activities throughout the city. If you’re visiting Alexandria this summer, be sure to explore the full list of 250 experiences.
