Ballard Travel Guide
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 walkable 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.
Portland Building
Find out about the history of Seattle when you spend time at Portland Building. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
28th Avenue Northwest Street End Park
28th Avenue Northwest Street End Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its bars.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Top hotels in Ballard
Mediterranean Inn
Perfect except for the elevators, super slow.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Didn’t really get to interact with staff other than the valet attendants. The gentlemen parking the cars were very kind, polite, friendly and respectful. The virtual staff (texting me throughout our stay) were helpful. The location was near all major attractions, walking distance. Over all, good ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
I love the amenities it has the restaurant, bar, large parking lot. Very easy to snd from the airport. The room are old and need to be updated. I will definitely continue to stsy here when i travel
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
The Paramount Hotel
Very clean and a nice place to stay while in town for a show. I would definitely consider coming here again for when I’m in Seattle next.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
This hotel was in a convenient location in downtown Seattle. The room felt a little cramped, but most of our day was spent out in Seattle. The staff were friendly, short walk to the waterfront. Building itself felt a little aged but overall a good stay.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 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 festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Wallingford Center or Lake Union.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Climate Pledge Arena 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 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.
