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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 January
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fredericksburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$100
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 47 miles from Fredericksburg. The shortest domestic flight to Fredericksburg departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Fredericksburg, followed by Acela. The train journey from Fredericksburg to Baltimore takes 0h 33m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 51m trip. The train station in Fredericksburg is called Fredericksburg, and is located 0.4 miles 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 48 miles from Fredericksburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fredericksburg, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and OurBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Fredericksburg takes 140 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $57 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Fredericksburg Bus Terminal - 1400 Jefferson Davis Hwy, located 6 miles from downtown Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg 2390 Plank Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles 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 47 miles from Fredericksburg. The shortest domestic flight to Fredericksburg departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Fredericksburg, followed by Acela. The train journey from Fredericksburg to Baltimore takes 0h 33m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 51m trip. The train station in Fredericksburg is called Fredericksburg, and is located 0.4 miles 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 48 miles from Fredericksburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fredericksburg, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and OurBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Fredericksburg takes 140 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $57 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Fredericksburg Bus Terminal - 1400 Jefferson Davis Hwy, located 6 miles from downtown Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg 2390 Plank Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Fredericksburg

CHOCharlottesville Albemarle
RICRichmond Byrd Intl

Airlines serving Fredericksburg

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,744 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,694 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,112 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,207 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,098 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,193 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,487 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,652 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,662 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,143 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,173 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,787 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,127 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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Spark by Hilton Fredericksburg Southpoint
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 993 reviews)
$109+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fredericksburg By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1440 reviews)
$83+
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Red Roof Inn Fredericksburg North
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1131 reviews)
$61+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Fredericksburg
3 stars
Good (7.5, 2194 reviews)
$70+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Fredericksburg S
3 stars
Good (7.4, 2097 reviews)
$72+
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Clarion Inn Fredericksburg North
3 stars
Good (6.7, 76 reviews)
$56+
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Renting a car in Fredericksburg

Renting a car in Fredericksburg costs $59 per day, on average, or $178 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. 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 Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Fredericksburg costs $59 per day, on average, or $178 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. 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 Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Fredericksburg

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$36/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

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