Alexandria Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Alexandria
Alexandria
Alexandria
Alexandria

Picturesque lakes, fishing, watersports, art, history and shopping make this central Minnesota city a great destination for all ages.

Surrounded by lakes and parks, Alexandria is an ideal getaway for year-round outdoor adventures. Activities range from fishing, hiking and biking to skiing and skating. Alexandria is also a city of history and culture. Discover an interesting Norse heritage, browse local art galleries and enjoy free summer concerts. The city is in the center of Minnesota, the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.”

A major highlight of Alexandria is its incredible lakes, about 300 in and around the city. Most of these lakes have resorts, beaches and opportunities for watersports such as kayaking, Jet-Skiing and wakeboarding. Find hotels and lodges, great fishing, swimming and golf at Lake Miltona. Watch musical and theater productions at Theatre L’Homme Dieu on the shores of Lake Le Homme Dieu. Visit Lake Carlos State Park to traverse nature trails in summer and try cross-country skiing in winter.

Take a break from the lakes and explore Alexandria’s easygoing downtown district. Browse for antiques, arts and crafts at the boutiques stores and independent dealers. Check out exhibitions by regional artists at the Ruby Hill Gallery. Attend the free summer concerts held on the lawns of the Douglas County Courthouse. See displays of old boats at the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum. Learn about Alexandria’s wildlife and Norse history at the Runestone Museum.

Alexandria has numerous family-friendly attractions. Play miniature golf or race around a go-kart track at Casey’s Amusement Park. Ride waterslides and swim down a lazy river at the Big Splash Indoor Waterpark. When the winter snow arrives, plan a trip to Andes Tower Hills for skiing, snowboarding and tubing.

Wine lovers can take a guided tour of Carlos Creek Winery. Visit the winery in September for the Grape Stomp, an annual food and drink festival accompanied by live music. Alternatively, make the short drive to Osakis to learn about the distillation of whiskey at Panther Distillery.

Alexandria is about a 2-hour drive northwest from Minneapolis. Getting to and around Alexandra is easiest via car. The city is a gateway to the Central Lakes Trail. This 55-mile (88-kilometer) trail passes scenic lakes and woodland between Fergus Falls and Osakis.

Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center

Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
2100 Arrowwood Lane NW, Alexandria, MN
The price is AU$153 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$153
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Popular attractions Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and Lake ...
7.2/10 Good! (811 reviews)
"Good food!"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center
Relax Inn

Relax Inn

2.5 out of 5
4810 Highway 29 South, I-94 & Hwy 29 South, Alexandria, MN
The price is AU$121 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$121
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Lake Andrew and Douglas County Historical Society are ...
6/10 (678 reviews)
College visit
"Hotel staff friendly, courteous, accommodating. Room and hotel are clean. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Relax Inn
Holiday Inn Alexandria by IHG

Holiday Inn Alexandria by IHG

3 out of 5
5637 Highway 29 South, Alexandria, MN
The price is AU$139 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$139
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (464 reviews)
"Very nice."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Alexandria by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lakefront Heritage Cabin on Lake Victoria – Steps from the Water!

Lakefront Heritage Cabin on Lake Victoria – Steps from the Water!

Alexandria
Stay at this cabin in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Kensington Runestone and Geneva ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"Very clean. Well equipped. Easy check-in and check-out. Good communication."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Lakefront Heritage Cabin on Lake Victoria – Steps from the Water!
Lake Latoka Home w/Paddle boards, Kayaks, Paddle Boat, Pool Table, Dock, Sunsets

Lake Latoka Home w/Paddle boards, Kayaks, Paddle Boat, Pool Table, Dock, Sunsets

2 out of 5
Alexandria
Stay at this vacation home in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Latoka and Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay with our team. Lots to do on the water and inside the house!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Lake Latoka Home w/Paddle boards, Kayaks, Paddle Boat, Pool Table, Dock, Sunsets
Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798

Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798

Alexandria
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Lake Brophy County Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
"Brophy Reflections was a perfect location and space for a girls weekend for 6 women.Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of indoor and outdoor space to gather. Having the second refrigerator in the lower level was a great bonus. The location is very convenient for getting into Alexandria and ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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