Ballston Travel Guide

Washington

A city skyline with modern buildings and a river in the foreground.
Two uniformed individuals saluting a white marble monument with inscriptions.
A snowy urban street at night with string lights, buildings, and a Banco ATM.

Stay near popular Ballston attractions

George Mason University - Mason Square

Explore the campus of George Mason University - Mason Square during your visit to Arlington. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Washington by Day: Small Group Sightseeing Tour via Electric Vehicle

Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour

฿1,442
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

฿935
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

฿1,168
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

฿801
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
The Hard Rock Cafe entrance in Washington DC

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC

฿1,335
per traveller
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC
Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking

Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking

฿1,636
per adult
Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking
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Top hotels in Ballston

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is ฿3,658 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,658
฿4,242 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,444 reviews)
"Overall, great location, great amenities, and the front desk staff are all amazing!!"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

3 out of 5
1225 First St NE Washington DC
The price is ฿4,437 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,437
฿5,145 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
The price is ฿5,789 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿5,789
฿7,752 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,612 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

4 out of 5
Washington DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,409 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿5,409
฿6,272 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
State Plaza Hotel

State Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2116 E Street NW Washington DC
The price is ฿4,329 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,329
฿5,020 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,066 reviews)
"I just stay 10 pm - 8 am and do not have anything to say. I did not eat breakfast and i do not know if they had breakfast. But the staff were kind and polite."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

State Plaza Hotel
citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW Washington DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,799 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿4,799
฿5,564 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,390 reviews)
"Nice modern efficient good location able to walk to national mall"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
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Where to stay in Ballston

Find the best Ballston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The United States Capitol building with classical architecture, including columns and detailed sculptures.
Photo by The Graham County Chamber of Commerce
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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 Capital One Arena 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.

A large stone statue of a man in a suit with arms crossed, set against a clear sky.

Northwest

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

A stone bridge with multiple arches spanning a river, with bare trees in the foreground and a sunset sky.

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.

A historic building with American flags, a church spire, and a brick courtyard.

Old Town Alexandria

Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

A fountain with a statue of a figure, surrounded by trees and benches in a park.

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.

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