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.

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 vibrant 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 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.

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 walkable area.
Things to do

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass

Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour

Only Wildlife and Whale Watching Tour Leaving from Seattle
Top hotels in Ballard

Executive Hotel Pacific
Room was very spacious and clean! Staff were very kind and helpful. Many options for breakfast!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Nice Staff, Easy check in.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Mediterranean Inn
Perfect place to stay for a concert at Climate Pledge love the view rooms on the 6th floor!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
The room was clean and tidy. The hotel was great! The staff were friendly and welcoming. I definitely recommend this hotel and I will definitely come back here again.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Coast Gateway Hotel
Clean, comfortable, and VERY close to the airport!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 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 Space Needle and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.

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 Neptune Theater 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.

Lower Queen Anne
While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Space Needle and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.
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