Alexandria travel guide

Alexandria Tourism | Alexandria Guide

You're Going to Love Alexandria

With a population of 13,079, Alexandria is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Alexandria to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Alexandria

If you’re looking for affordable options, Martin Wishart at Loch Lomond (Cameron House) and The Balloch House (Balloch Road, Balloch) are great picks.

When to visit Alexandria

Alexandria in March
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alexandria in March
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Alexandria

Plane

When flying to Alexandria, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 10 miles from the city center.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Alexandria, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Alexandria to Edinburgh takes 0h 56m and costs around $25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $70 for a 3h 21m trip. Located 0.2 miles from the city center, Alexandria is the busiest station in Alexandria. Another popular train station is Alexandria Balloch, located 1.0 mile from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Alexandria is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 53 miles from Alexandria. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alexandria, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Alexandria takes 58 miles and will cost you around $17. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 205 miles.

Plane

When flying to Alexandria, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 10 miles from the city center.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Alexandria, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Alexandria to Edinburgh takes 0h 56m and costs around $25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $70 for a 3h 21m trip. Located 0.2 miles from the city center, Alexandria is the busiest station in Alexandria. Another popular train station is Alexandria Balloch, located 1.0 mile from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Alexandria is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 53 miles from Alexandria. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alexandria, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Alexandria takes 58 miles and will cost you around $17. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 205 miles.

Airports near Alexandria

Airlines serving Alexandria

Lufthansa
Good (7,220 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,819 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,706 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,069 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,803 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (869 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,682 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,582 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,609 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,974 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,524 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,692 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (416 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,269 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,327 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,226 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,924 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,312 reviews)
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Where to stay in Alexandria

Average rates range from around $121 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $234 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Alexandria

Most booked hotels in Alexandria

The Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 72 reviews)
$93+
Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 26 reviews)
$135+
Glenfern Guest House and a separate Cottage with its own private hot tub
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 596 reviews)
$82+
Queen of the Loch, Balloch by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 15 reviews)
$68+
Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 62 reviews)
$79+
Cameron House on Loch Lomond
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 8 reviews)
$384+

Renting a car in Alexandria

Expect to pay $6.85 per gallon in Alexandria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $82.22 and $109.63.

Expect to pay $6.85 per gallon in Alexandria (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $82.22 and $109.63.