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Popular places to visit
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 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 walkable area.
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.
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.
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 Building
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Ballard Building. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Anacortes: Whale and Orca Boat Tour near Seattle
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Ballard
The Paramount Hotel
"I had no problem, nice hotel…"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
The Belltown Inn
"The staff was amazingly helpful, the room was very clean and comfortable! I totally enjoyed my stay and would recommend staying there!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
"Very good"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
"I loved the location of this hotel. It's three blocks from the public market. It's a little dated. However, the location more than made up for that. The staff were fantastic, and the room came with one free drink in the bar. Bar staff are lovely also. Close to the Link. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Clean room, nice staff"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"I stayed in a king room and there is no real bathroom counter to speak of. There is just a 3-inch wide shelf that runs the width of the wall along the sink mirror. While the location of the hotel is good, the room is vastly overpriced for what you get. Also I needed to checked out a a whole day early ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Ballard
Downtown Seattle
Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Space Needle and Lumen Field are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Broadway while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop to see more of the area.
Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Moore Theatre and The Crocodile.
South Lake Union
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Northwest Seaport and Amazon Corporate Headquarters, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.
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.
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