Easy Access from D.C.
Located within eyesight of Washington, D.C., Alexandria is so close to the nation’s capital that it used to be part of it. Just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., you’ll find that Alexandria offers unexpected gems and an escape from the ordinary. Getting to Alexandria is easy. Hop on the MetroRail, take a scenic water taxi or boat cruise, ride a bike or take advantage of a short cab, Uber or Lyft ride.
From Washington, D.C. to Old Town Alexandria
Metro
Four metro stations in Alexandria and 40 stations in Washington, D.C. Note: From Sept. 10 through Oct. 22, 2022, there will be no Metrorail service south of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport due to ongoing construction. Free shuttles will be available during this time.
Duration: ~20 minutes
Est. Cost: $3 (varies slightly by destination)
Scenic Water Taxi
Skip the traffic and dock just steps from the Wharf, Georgetown, the National Mall, or National Harbor.
Duration: ~30 minutes
Connecting you from Alexandria to anywhere in the region.Taxi
Connecting Old Town Alexandria and Washington, D.C.
Duration: ~15 – 30 minutes
Est. Cost: ~$26-$36
Biking Rentals
Various locations throughout Alexandria and Washington, D.C.Capital Bikeshare
Various locations throughout Alexandria and Washington, D.C.
Duration: ~45 minutes via the Mount Vernon Trail
Cost: ~$5 or $8/day
More information on fares and a map of bike stations.
Car
Connecting Old Town Alexandria and National Mall
Duration: ~15 – 30 minutes via the scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway
Est. Cost: Parking $13-24 (all day garage) or $2.30/hour (meters)
Metrobus
Various stops throughout Alexandria and Washington, D.C.
Duration: ~45 minutes to 1 hour and 25 minutes
Cost: ~$2.00-$7.50
