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.
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 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 when you stop by Ballard Farmers Market. Check out 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.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Anacortes: Whale and Orca Boat Tour near Seattle
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Ballard
Mediterranean Inn
Plenty of food to within walking distance
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
The Belltown Inn
Centrally located.
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
No complimentary breakfast, food that was available was extremely expensive! Cheeseburger was overly done and burnt, asked for medium cooked. Service was slow
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Loved this hotel. It was a big surprise when we went into our room. It is an old hotel and building, but the accommodations were perfect! Great shower, bedding, large room. It had an extra living area, which had its own bathroom and shower also. That was a welcome surprise. Some things needed repairs, ...
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Staff was quite helpful.
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
It was a great hotel, clean and in a good location
Reviewed on May 15, 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
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, Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
