Top Alexandria hotels deals
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Alexandria Airport
Best Western Of Alexandria Inn & Suites & Conference Center
Hotel Bentley
Four Points by Sheraton Alexandria
Comfort Suites Alexandria
Holiday Inn Alexandria - Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Popular places to visit
Alexandria Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Alexandria Mall during your stay in Alexandria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Rapides Parish Coliseum
Catch an event at Rapides Parish Coliseum during your trip to Alexandria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Johnny Downs Sports Complex
You can take time to visit Johnny Downs Sports Complex during your travels to Alexandria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Alexandria Vacations
We get it, geography isn't everyone's strong suit. If you're not sure where Alexandria sits on a map, you might want to look into its location before you fly off!
This city is located 95 miles (153 kilometers) northwest of Louisiana's capital, Baton Rouge. Alexandria is also 30 miles (48 kilometers) west of Marksville.
There are around about 48,000 locals that reside in this corner of Central Louisiana.
Places to visit in Alexandria
Enjoy the sound of birds cheeping and marvel at the sunlight shining between the trees at Kisatchie National Forest. This verdant wonderland is definitely a treat for the senses. Need some more ideas? Simply wild about animals? You can grunt, squeak and squawk with some of the most unique of them at Alexandria Zoological Park. It's a fun day out for the young and the young at heart! But that's not all there is. Nothing gives us a glimpse into bygone times quite like old houses. Why tour the interior of Kent Plantation House and learn a few titbits about what went on under its roof?Where do you fly into for Alexandria?
There's nothing quite as exciting as landing in a completely new place. If you're jumping on a plane to Alexandria, chances are you'll be disembarking at Alexandria International Airport (AEX). It's roughly 5 miles (8 kilometers) to the west of the central area. Pick up your bags and get set for an amazing adventure!Frequently asked questions
Photos of local treasures
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