Old Ballard Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Old Ballard
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Scandinavian American Bank Building
Find out about the history of Seattle with a stop at Scandinavian American Bank Building. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Portland Building
Find out about the history of Seattle when you spend time at Portland Building. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Frankie Feetsplinter Troll
Enjoy an outing to Frankie Feetsplinter Troll during your stay in Seattle. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its bars.
Things to do
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Old Ballard
The Paramount Hotel
"I loved the hotel. My boyfriend is in a wheelchair and even though we were able to stay in non accessible rooms, they made the entire stay mostly accessible. The only problem was they were down to one elevator and with a lot of foot traffic that means it was more difficult to get to our room and ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Belltown Inn
"The hotel is at convenient location, not too far from the pike, Seattle needle and Amazon sphere. All walking distance. The hotel even offer free bike to use. Highly recommended. The room is very clean and smoke free."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
"Always a great experience!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
"Everything was great"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"The roof top had patio chairs and tables where you could view the city and waterway."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"The hotel seemed kinda old and run down but the staff was very friendly and attentive"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old 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.
