Dive into History at the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from anywhere in Northern Virginia, take I-495 S (Capital Beltway) towards Richmond. Merge onto US-1 S (Jefferson Davis Hwy) toward Alexandria. Continue on US-1 S for about 5 miles. Take the exit toward King St/Alexandria. Merge onto King St and continue straight for about 1.5 miles. Turn left onto S Washington St. The Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum will be on your right at 201 S Washington St. Parking is available on the street and may incur a fee, so be sure to check the signs for restrictions and payment methods.

• Public Transportation (Metro + Walking)

  If you are using public transportation, take the Metro to the King Street-Old Town station on the Yellow or Blue Line. Upon exiting the station, head south on King St toward S Washington St. The walk to the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum is approximately 0.5 miles and will take about 10-15 minutes. You will turn right onto S Washington St, and the museum will be located at 201 S Washington St. The Metro fare will vary depending on your starting location, so be sure to check the WMATA website for current prices.

• Public Transportation (Bus + Walking)

  For those using the bus, check local routes that service Alexandria, such as the DASH bus. Look for routes that stop at King St or the nearest stop to S Washington St. After getting off, head south on King St until you reach S Washington St, then turn right. The Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum is located at 201 S Washington St, just a short walk away. The bus fare is typically around $2.00, but confirm the price based on your specific route.