Franconia Travel Guide
Alexandria
Visit Franconia
Stay near popular Franconia attractions
Things to do

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

Washington DC Monuments&American History Guided E-Cart Tour

Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Top hotels in Franconia

Washington Plaza Hotel
"I’ve stayed in this hotel multiple times and I keep coming back because the location is excellent: the McPherson Square metro station is about 15 minutes walk but the bus stop is right next to the hotel. Checking in was easy and the front desk agent (John) was extremely professional, and he also ..."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
"Nice location in Georgetown. Room had a mini-kitchen, dishes, burners and all. Some items missing, e.g., real forks and spoons. No ice machine, though they promptly supplied ice on request."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
"My family stayed here for the weekend. We came to town for Howard’s Bison Day. The location was convenient and within walking distance to the metro and restaurants. You could choose to park in nearby lots but we chose the valet at the hotel which was convenient."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

The Henley Park Hotel
"Historic charm, well updated, extremely clean."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
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 Mt Vernon Ave and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.

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

Southwest Quadrant
Southwest Quadrant might not have many top sights, but United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum and National Inventors Hall of Fame and Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.








