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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

Five metro stations in Alexandria and 40 stations in Washington, D.C.

Duration: ~20 minutes

Est. Cost: $3 (varies slightly by destination)

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Scenic Water Taxi

Skip the traffic and dock just steps from the Wharf, Georgetown, the National Mall, or National Harbor.

Duration: ~30 minutes

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Rideshare (e.g., Uber/Lyft)

Connecting you from Alexandria to anywhere in the region.

Duration: ~15 – 30 minutes

Est. Cost: Prices vary from $20 – $50

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Taxi

Connecting Old Town Alexandria and Washington, D.C.

Duration: ~15 – 30 minutes

Est. Cost: ~$26-$36

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Biking Rentals

Various locations throughout Alexandria and Washington, D.C.

Duration: ~45 Minutes

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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)

More information on parking in Washington, DC.

Metrobus

Various stops throughout Alexandria and Washington, D.C.

Duration: ~45 minutes to 1 hour and 25 minutes

Cost: ~$2.00-$7.50

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Getting To & Around Alexandria

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