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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Fredericksburg travel guide

Fredericksburg Tourism | Fredericksburg Guide

You're Going to Love Fredericksburg

With a population of 24,286, Fredericksburg is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fredericksburg has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Fredericksburg

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fahrenheit 132 (318 William Street) and Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Fredericksburg (1 Towne Centre Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fredericksburg in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fredericksburg in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 35.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Fredericksburg, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Fredericksburg

Plane

Although Fredericksburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Washington, D.C. All airports (WAS), which is located 75 km from Fredericksburg. The shortest domestic flight to Fredericksburg departs from Wilmington and takes around 1h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Fredericksburg, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Fredericksburg to Richmond takes 2h 00m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 09m trip. The train station in Fredericksburg is called Fredericksburg, and is located 0.6 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fredericksburg is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 77 km from Fredericksburg. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fredericksburg, including Washington Deluxe, Bus and OurBus. The most popular bus station is Fredericksburg Bus Terminal - 1400 Jefferson Davis Hwy, located 10 km from downtown Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg 2390 Plank Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 4 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Fredericksburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Washington, D.C. All airports (WAS), which is located 75 km from Fredericksburg. The shortest domestic flight to Fredericksburg departs from Wilmington and takes around 1h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Fredericksburg, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Fredericksburg to Richmond takes 2h 00m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 09m trip. The train station in Fredericksburg is called Fredericksburg, and is located 0.6 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fredericksburg is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 77 km from Fredericksburg. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fredericksburg, including Washington Deluxe, Bus and OurBus. The most popular bus station is Fredericksburg Bus Terminal - 1400 Jefferson Davis Hwy, located 10 km from downtown Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg 2390 Plank Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 4 km from the city center.

Airports near Fredericksburg

CHOCharlottesville Albemarle
RICRichmond Byrd Intl

Airlines serving Fredericksburg

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,663 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,623 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,014 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,131 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,057 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,447 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (886 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,345 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,111 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,632 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,158 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,570 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,903 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,098 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fredericksburg

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Fredericksburg Southpoint and Candlewood Suites Fredericksburg By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fredericksburg

Most booked hotels in Fredericksburg

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Hampton Inn & Suites Fredericksburg South
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 905 reviews)
$82+
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Best Western Fredericksburg
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 871 reviews)
$68+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fredericksburg By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1432 reviews)
$77+
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Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Fredericksburg
2 stars
Good (7.7, 186 reviews)
$74+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Fredericksburg S
3 stars
Good (7.4, 2078 reviews)
$70+
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Hotel Lake Anna
2 stars
Good (6.5, 83 reviews)
$89+
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Renting a car in Fredericksburg

Renting a car in Fredericksburg costs $66 per day, on average, or $197 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Fredericksburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Fredericksburg is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fredericksburg costs $66 per day, on average, or $197 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Fredericksburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Fredericksburg is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Fredericksburg

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$33/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$38/day

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