Franconia Travel Guide
Alexandria
Popular places to visit
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Find out about the history of Mount Vernon when you take a trip to George Washington's Mount Vernon. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
George Washington Masonic National Memorial
You can find out about the history of Alexandria with a visit to George Washington Masonic National Memorial. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
Market Square
You can find out about the history of Alexandria with a stop at Market Square. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Woodlawn & Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Woodlawn & Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House during your trip to Mount Vernon. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Alexandria City Hall
After visiting Alexandria City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Inova HealthPlex - Franconia/Springfield
If Inova HealthPlex - Franconia/Springfield is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Franconia.
Top hotels in Franconia
Washington Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
The Henley Park Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Hotel Arboretum
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Franconia
Rose Hill
Golf courses and jazz scene are just a few things travellers like about Rose Hill. A stop by Greendale Golf Course is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Landmark
Even though there aren't top sights in Landmark, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like The St. James Sports Complex. Jump on the metro at Van Dorn Station to see more of the city.
Groveton
Groveton is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Huntley Meadows Park and Greendale Golf Course.
Lincolnia
The restaurants and gardens are just a few features travellers like about Lincolnia. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, The St. James Sports Complex and Signature Theatre are a few top places to visit.
Seminary Hill
When in Seminary Hill, you can plan a visit to Signature Theatre and Arlington National Cemetery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Huntington
If you're passing through Huntington, you may want to check out its restaurants. From there, jump on the metro at Huntington Ave. Station to see more of the area.
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- National Mall
- White House
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Smithsonian Institution
- University of Maryland
- Capital One Arena
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Marine Corps Base Quantico
- Howard University
- Nationals Park
- George Washington University
- Northwest Stadium
- National Museum of Natural History
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Mason University