Ballard Travel Guide

Seattle

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Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing heritage architecture
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks featuring outdoor art
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Popular places to visit

Shilshole Bay Marina

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.

Shilshole Bay Marina
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing a river or creek and boating as well as a small group of people

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.

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Golden Gardens Park

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.

Golden Gardens Park
Ballard Farmers Market

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 Farmers Market
Sunset Hill Park

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.

Sunset Hill Park
National Nordic Museum

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.

National Nordic Museum

Things to do

Historic Ballard: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring Seattle's Quirky History

Historic Ballard: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring Seattle's Quirky History

฿169
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Historic Ballard: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring Seattle's Quirky History
Viking Beer Crawl

Viking Beer Crawl

฿4,185
per adult
Viking Beer Crawl
Hoppin' Seattle Brew Tour By Junket

Hoppin' Seattle Brew Tour By Junket

฿2,271
per adult
Hoppin' Seattle Brew Tour By Junket
Mt Baker

Mount Baker Climb Tour from Washington

฿33,901
per adult
Mount Baker Climb Tour from Washington
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

฿6,719
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Explore Snoqualmie, Waterfalls and an Ancient Forest

Explore Snoqualmie, Waterfalls and an Ancient Forest

฿2,080
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Explore Snoqualmie, Waterfalls and an Ancient Forest
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Top hotels in Ballard

Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St, Seattle, WA
The price is ฿5,858 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿5,858
฿6,913 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,512 reviews)
"Room is very nice and friendly staff. TV didn’t"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Executive Hotel Pacific
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

4 out of 5
1301 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is ฿6,022 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿6,022
฿7,105 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,683 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is perfect—it's close to everything you need, whether it's shops, restaurants, or attractions. It made getting around super convenient. The staff were exceptional; they were incredibly kind and welcoming, which really made the stay feel special. ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
The price is ฿8,672 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿8,672
฿10,233 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,479 reviews)

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Coast Gateway Hotel

Coast Gateway Hotel

3.5 out of 5
18415 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA
The price is ฿5,869 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿5,869
฿6,669 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,434 reviews)
"We were there for two nights (in Seattle two get new passports and then off to Shanghai the following day. The hotel is literally right next to the airport (although is somewhat route is required to actually access the airport entrance.) It was a perfect place to stay for a utilitarian stop over. ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Coast Gateway Hotel
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is ฿7,100 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿7,100
฿8,378 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,532 reviews)
"This modern facility is quaint with a friendly staff & a killer breakfast buffet option. Rooms are small but comfortable with new technology. Location is perfect for strolling on Alaskan Way for food & shopping options."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA

3 out of 5
3100 South 192nd Street, SeaTac, WA
The price is ฿4,868 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,868
฿5,542 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,913 reviews)
"Good place to stay near the airport."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
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Other neighbourhoods around Ballard

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Fremont

Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.

Fremont
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Wallingford

3/5(1 area review)

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.

Wallingford
Queen Anne featuring landscape views and a city

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.

Queen Anne
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Northgate

4/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Jackson Park Golf Course. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.

Northgate
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University District

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

University District
Kerry Park featuring landscape views, mountains and a city

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.

Lower Queen Anne

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