Ballard Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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 vibrant area.
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.
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.
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.
28th Avenue Northwest Street End Park
28th Avenue Northwest Street End Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its bars.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Anacortes: Whale and Orca Boat Tour near Seattle
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Our pick of the best Ballard Hotel Deals
Mediterranean Inn
"Hotel was great! Street noise and homeless not so great."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
"Had a wonderful three-night stay here. It’s in the perfect spot—just a quick 10-minute walk to Pike Place Market and excellent dining options. Parking was super easy, and Melba at the front desk was the absolute sweetest! Will definitely be back next time we are in Seattle."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Nice place"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Certainly not handicap accessible. Stairs from either entrance to get to elevator to rooms. Self Parking was half a block away on a steep hill, parking garage poorly marked and hard to find. Once in garage, no indication of where to park for hotel guests and garage poorly lit, creepy, opens onto ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
"Everyone that was part of the staff was WONDERFUL!! Plus, it's in such a walkable area, which is a definte perk. I definitely have a new favorite Seattle hotel."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
"Great location"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballard
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and sporting events in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
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.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
Northgate
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.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture 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.
