Franconia Travel Guide
Alexandria
Visit Franconia
Stay near popular Franconia attractions
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Guidebook
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!
Top hotels in Franconia
Washington Plaza Hotel
Arlo Washington DC
"I love the location and the staff were amazing! Shout out the managers and front desk staff! The restaurant is also very good!"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"Great location, dining, and staff."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
"Tower provides we’re aoiled , television did not work from iPad . Room cleaning was not done . Execeasive price for substandard experience"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
"Great location, warm and historic feel"
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Franconia
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. 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 Birchmere 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 Lucky Strike Arlington, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Crystal City Station or Potomac Yard Station.
Southwest Quadrant
Southwest Quadrant might not have many top sights, but United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum and Alexandria City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
