Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

McLean travel guide

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You're Going to Love McLean

With a population of 48,115, McLean 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 McLean has to offer.

Where to Eat in McLean

If you’re looking for affordable options, Eddie V's - Tysons Corner (7900 Tysons One Pl) and J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean (6930 Old Dominion Drive) are great picks.

When to visit McLean

McLean in November
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel
McLean in November
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to McLean

Plane

When flying to McLean, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to McLean departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving McLean, followed by Acela. The train journey from McLean to Baltimore takes 0h 29m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $15 for a 1h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to McLean is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 13 km from McLean. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to McLean, including OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines.

Plane

When flying to McLean, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to McLean departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving McLean, followed by Acela. The train journey from McLean to Baltimore takes 0h 29m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $15 for a 1h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to McLean is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 13 km from McLean. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to McLean, including OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines.

Airports near McLean

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving McLean

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,574 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,682 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,522 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,448 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,894 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,089 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,081 reviews)
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Where to stay in McLean

Average rates range from around $103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $261 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of McLean

Most booked hotels in McLean

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The Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner
4 stars
Excellent (9, 435 reviews)
$292+
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Staybridge Suites Tysons - Mclean By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 596 reviews)
$107+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1373 reviews)
$114+
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Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1237 reviews)
$137+
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DoubleTree by Hilton McLean Tysons
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 997 reviews)
$107+
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Hyatt Regency Bethesda
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1880 reviews)
$96+
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Renting a car in McLean

Renting a car in McLean costs $65 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in McLean (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in McLean is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in McLean costs $65 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in McLean (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in McLean is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in McLean

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$63/day

Intermediate

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$65/day

Standard
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