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Alexandria, Minnesota

Alexandria is a city in and the county seat of Douglas County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 14,335 as of the 2020 census.

Type CityPopulation 14,335

Why go

  • City in Minnesota, United States.
  • Served by Morris Municipal Airport Charlie Schmidt Field (MOX).

History

Alexandria is a city in and the county seat of Douglas County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 14,335 as of the 2020 census. I-94 passes through Alexandria, along with Minnesota State Highways 27 and 29. It is ten miles (16 km) south of Lake Carlos State Park.

Airports

Chandler Field (AXN) 1.6 mi to the centre
Alexandria, MN, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Morris Municipal Airport Charlie Schmidt Field (MOX) 36 mi to the centre
Morris, MN, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Benson Municipal Airport (BBB) 40 mi to the centre
Benson, MN, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Willmar Municipal Airport John L Rice Field (2006) (ILL) 54 mi to the centre
Willmar, MN, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Glenwood Municipal Airport 17 mi to the centre
Glenwood, MN, US
Outdoor
Appleton Municipal Airport 55 mi to the centre
Appleton, MN, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Alexandria, Minnesota
Alexandria, Minnesota
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Morris Municipal Airport Charlie Schmidt Field (MOX); 19 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Alexandria, Minnesota. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

Amtrak
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Greyhound
Intercity coach
Jefferson Lines
Intercity coach
MegaBus
Intercity coach
Trailways
Intercity coach