Franconia Travel Guide
Alexandria

Visit Franconia
Stay near popular Franconia attractions
Things to do

Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour

Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Top hotels in Franconia

Washington Plaza Hotel
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Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Great room nice people close to everything we wanted to do"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
"Pool area is great"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
"The counter person was not welcoming at all. It was my first day in Washington and he looked at me weird because I was wearing red, white and blue and then asked if I was there for the 4th of July festivities and I said yes. He proceeded to tell me how "he stays away from ALL THAT STUFF" and that ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"The man at the check in desk he’s a black man bald head I mean no disrespect lol he was absolutely PERFECT ! So nice so helpful! It was my first solo trip and it made me feel safe and just all around great customer service! I will be back and I hope he’s around !"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

State Plaza Hotel
"The rooms were clean and spacious"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Franconia

Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like The Little Theatre of Alexandria and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

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

National Landing
While you're in National Landing, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City or DEA Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Crystal City Station or Potomac Yard Station.

Del Ray
If you're spending some time in Del Ray, Mt Vernon Ave and Del Ray Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.












