Ballston Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
National Mall
National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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 shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino during your visit to National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Top hotels in Ballston
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Staff was friendly, shower drain didn’t work so had to shower in s pool of water. Decent hotel 7/10
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Nice staff
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
I really appreciate it that they let me check in earlier after a long morning of travel. The hotel was great. The room was very cozy. And it’s in a pretty nice area.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Washington
Location location location! This place is fantastic. We will be back!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
I still need my deposit back
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Staff was very calm and courteous about me needing to leave my bag at the front desk a few times. Also friendly staff at the breakfast buffet. I reserved a king bed room and got a room with two doubles with a handicapped shower that didn’t quite stream out far enough to take a shower. Also, the room ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 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 Washington Harbour or Dumbarton Oaks.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – 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.
