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.
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
All Day VIP Pass to Original Selfie Museum Seattle
Top hotels in Old Ballard
The Paramount Hotel
Rooms do not have microwave or bar but do have small refrigerator. Gym/workout room is very small but adequate. No continental breakfast or free coffee.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Convenient to everything, clean, quiet and very friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Belltown Inn
Great area to be when visitting Seattle as tourist. Walking distance to many places to see. Very convenient. Nice staff. We had a great time. Thank you.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Love staying here. Israel & Riley are the absolute best and they make our stay enjoyable every time.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
It's not bad, but it's not great. Smells like an old hotel in places. Staff was nice. Had to pay $35 for parking, so more expensive than other options that don't blindside you with fees. Hot tub was also closed... i really wanted a soak.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Good
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Ballard
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by National Nordic Museum or Shilshole Bay Marina while you're exploring.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
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.
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.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
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.
