Ballard Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing boating and a river or creek as well as a small group of people
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks featuring heritage architecture
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks which includes outdoor art
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing a river or creek, a coastal town and boating
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks which includes boating, a river or creek and a bay or harbour

Popular places to visit

Shilshole Bay Marina

Shilshole Bay Marina

Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Shilshole Bay Marina. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Shilshole Bay Marina
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing boating and a river or creek as well as a small group of people

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks

Watch fish travel upstream, see boats head out to sea and explore quiet gardens at canal gates that remain a crucial part of Seattle’s waterways.

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Golden Gardens Park

Golden Gardens Park

Golden Gardens Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this walkable area.

Golden Gardens Park
Ballard Farmers Market

Ballard Farmers Market

You can find out about the history of Seattle with a stop at Ballard Farmers Market. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ballard Farmers Market
Sunset Hill Park

Sunset Hill Park

Sunset Hill Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.

Sunset Hill Park
National Nordic Museum

National Nordic Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Nordic Museum during your travels in Seattle. Take in the acclaimed art galleries and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.

National Nordic Museum

Activities

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®- Save on admission to top attractions

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®

AU$156
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®
passageway beneath Washington St

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

AU$44
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

AU$112
per adult
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

AU$272
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket

Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket

AU$57
per adult
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
Come see Seattle like you never have heard tales of death and bring the City's history back to life.

Seattle Terrors Ghost Tour By US Ghost Adventures

AU$39
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Seattle Terrors Ghost Tour By US Ghost Adventures
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Our pick of the best Ballard Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$271 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$271
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,529 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Clean room. Only item was we forgot to check was the in room alarm clock. Up an hour early than expected."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency Seattle
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$243 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$243
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,789 reviews)
"Of course the Pioneer Square is a great destination. Lots"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$198 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$198
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,924 reviews)
"Very Conveniently located! The location was perfect for walking or getting to anything a tourist would want to do or see! The staff was helpful and pleasant. The breakfast was delicious! Would definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Executive Hotel Pacific
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$275 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$275
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,369 reviews)
"Great historic building in great location."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Mayflower Park Hotel
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$230 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$230
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,793 reviews)
"Room was super clean, smelled nice and bathroom was clean as well. Comfy beds and great views. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$248 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$248
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,481 reviews)
"Overall a very nice, conveniently located hotel with great friendly staff and accessible restaurants within easy walking distance. A plus was a free shuttle to the cruise terminal."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Mediterranean Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Ballard

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Fremont

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.

Fremont
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Wallingford

You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.

Wallingford
Queen Anne featuring landscape views and a city

Queen Anne

Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Space Needle and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.

Queen Anne
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Northgate

4/5(1 area review)

Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.

Northgate
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University District

5/5(2 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.

University District
Kerry Park which includes landscape views, a city and mountains

Lower Queen Anne

While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Space Needle and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.

Lower Queen Anne

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