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. Fredericksburg deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Fredericksburg
If you’re looking for affordable options, Kenmore Inn (1200 Princess Anne Street) and Fahrenheit 132 (318 William Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cork & Table (909 Caroline St) and Hope Heroes (9677 Patriot Hwy) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Fredericksburg.
When to visit Fredericksburg
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″.
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 32m.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Fredericksburg, followed by Acela. The train journey from Fredericksburg to Baltimore takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 53m 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 Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Washington, D.C..
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fredericksburg, including Megabus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Fredericksburg takes 175 miles and will cost you around $6. From New York, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 260 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.
Airlines serving Fredericksburg
Where to stay in Fredericksburg
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Fredericksburg North and Hampton Inn & Suites Fredericksburg-at Celebrate Virginia.
Where to stay in popular areas of Fredericksburg
Most booked hotels in Fredericksburg
Renting a car in Fredericksburg
Renting a car in Fredericksburg costs $65 per day, on average, or $130 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Fredericksburg is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Honda Odyssey or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Fredericksburg
Compact
4 Adults, 2 Bags
$39/day
Pickup truck
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$48/day