What's Ballston like?
People go to Ballston to see famous places such as White House, as well as its many attractions such as Smithsonian Institution. Make sure that you enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's great restaurants. National Museum of African American History and Culture and National Mall are a couple of popular sights that will definitely leave an impression.
Where are the best places to stay in Ballston?
We have 86 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are our customers' top lodging choices in Ballston:
Hilton Arlington
3.5-star hotel with restaurant and bar- Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness centre • 24-hour front desk • Central location
Comfort Inn Ballston
Suburban hotel- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Fitness centre • Central location
The Westin Arlington
4-star hotel with restaurant and bar- Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness centre • Cafe • 24-hour front desk • Central location
How to get to Ballston
Ballston is located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from the heart of Arlington.
Flying to:
- Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Ballston
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 18.7 mi (30.1 km) from Ballston
- College Park, MD (CGS), 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Ballston
Getting to Ballston on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Ballston Station
- Virginia Square Station
Things to see and do in and around Ballston
What to see in Ballston
- White House
- National Mall
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Georgetown University
- George Washington University
