Ballston Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Smithsonian "Big 3" Highlights Tour (Air & Space Entry Included)
National Archives VIP Skip-The-Line Small Group Guided Tour
Top hotels in Ballston
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Very nice hotel for the price, clean, helpful staff good location"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"The free breakfast was delicious. Great hotel and location!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
"I liked that there was police on site 24/7 I tend to over think everything so that made me feel safe being that we are new faces in the area I didn’t like that our room neighbors were very you could hear EVERYTHING"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Elegant hotel with great location. Outstanding restaurant just off the lobby."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"The hotel is pretty clean and well maintained. We had a good time staying there."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
"Location to Georgetown and GTU was excellent!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballston
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Old Stone House or Washington Harbour.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Market 5 Gallery – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
