Ballard
Seattle
Popular places to visit
Shilshole Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Shilshole Bay Marina. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
National Nordic Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Nordic Museum in Seattle. Take in the acclaimed art scene and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Ballard Farmers Market
You can find out about the history of Seattle when you stop by Ballard Farmers Market. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Seattle Kraken Ice Hockey Game at Climate Pledge Arena
Top hotels in Ballard
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Rooms were clean all the time
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Very hood
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Excelente customer service. Room are very clean.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Mayflower Park Hotel
Friendly staff. Clean room. Great location.
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
The Belltown Inn
staff was amazing and very helpful
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Extremely clean, friendly and accommodating
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
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 festivals 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 Seattle Center and Space Needle, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
Northgate
If you're spending time in Northgate, you might enjoy attractions like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Northgate Station to see more of the city.
University District
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in University District. If sightseeing is on the list, Neptune Theater is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
Lower Queen Anne
While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Seattle Center and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.
