Things To Do

Ballston Quarter

This is a brand new mall in Ballston Arlington with shopping, food and fun for the whole group. Step into a cute boutique, grab a bite from the food court or go bowling at this local urban mall.

Bronson Bierhall

This is walking distance from The Residence Inn Ballston! Enjoy craft beer, live music and light snacks at this German style bier hall.

Village at Shirlington

This is walking distance from the Hilton Garden Inn at Shirlington. Quant little town where you can walk around and grab a quick coffee, or eat a delicious meal at Busboys and Poets! Lots of shops, eateries and an AMC movie theater, just minutes from Washington, D.C.

Monumental Boat Tours

Take a boat tour of Washington, D.C., Maryland or Virginia and see some of the region’s best landmarks from the water.

Washington Monument

US Marine Corps War Memorial

Arlington National Cemetery

This Memorial Day (Monday, May 30th) there should be a Memorial Day Observation Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. This typically includes a prelude from the United States Marine Corp band, a full honor wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and an observance ceremony. Usually the President of the United States attends the event, which is free and opened to the public.