Saturday, November 7, 2026 · VA

Is it a bike day in Alexandria?

Yes — a solid day to ride. Top picks average 76/100.

Air temp
54°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
14 mph
NW
Air quality
AQI 18
Good
Daylight left
804 min
Sunset 5:02 PM

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Alexandria is an independent city in the U.S. state of Virginia. It lies on the western bank of the Potomac River in Northern Virginia, bordering Washington, D.C. to the northeast. The city's population of 159,467 at the 2020 census made it the sixth-most populous city in Virginia and 169th-most populous city in the U.S. Alexandria is a principal city of the Washington metropolitan area, which is part of the larger Washington–Baltimore combined statistical area. Large portions of neighboring Fairfax County have Alexandria mailing addresses, but are administratively distinct from the independent city.

Bikeshare: Capital Bikeshare.

Named cycle networks nearby: Oxon Cove Park Hiker-Biker Trail · Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (East) · 9-11 Trail (Virginia) · Mount Vernon Trail · Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (WWB Crossing).

City summary from the Wikipedia article.

  • Dedicated cycleways
    36.7 mi
    Separated from motor traffic
  • On-street bike lanes
    29.5 mi
    Painted or protected lanes in the roadway
  • Multi-use paths
    29.7 mi
    Shared with pedestrians
  • Stations online
    36 / 36
  • Classic bikes
    322
  • E-bikes
    49

Nearest stations

  • King St & N Pitt St — 9+3e (0.12 mi)
  • King St & Patrick St — 12+1e (0.16 mi)
  • Market Square / King St & Royal St — 15+0e (0.18 mi)
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