Ballard
Seattle
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.
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.
Seattle Waterfront
This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Space Needle Park Tour – Self-Guided Walk
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Ballard
Mediterranean Inn
"My stay was fantastic. All the staff were helpful and incredibly friendly, parking was a breeze. My room was clean and had everything I needed."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
"This Is My 2nd Stay At The Belmont Inn Within The Last 6 Months, The Room and Premises Are Always Clean, The Patrons Safety Is Always A Priority, The Staff Is Super Friendly and Accommodating, Also Everything Is The Room Is Great and Everything Works Properly As It Should For Guest 💪👍"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"This place is huge and per staff always busy. Be prepared to wait a minute to check in. It is walkable to south terminal SEA TAC."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Rooms were full of dust."
Reviewed on 18 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.
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