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 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 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.
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.
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.
Seattle Metaphysical Library
Seattle Metaphysical Library is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable 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
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in Old Ballard
Mediterranean Inn
"walking distance from the space needle and pop museum. A couple spots to eat close by. only thing is streets are not so clean homeless pass by allot. woke up to shouting in the morning."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
"The staff were super nice and very efficient. Such a great customer experience. Location had more homeless than other areas, but overall not much of a problem. I liked the central location and nearby restaurants/pubs. Room amenities were great - very clean, free bikes to ride, kitchenette, safe, ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Will definitely come back."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"The staff and room was lovely. The only negatives were that the bathroom window was stuck open when I checked in and the smart TV was not really working due to spotty Internet in my booked room. A quick call down to the front desk had someone assisting to get the issues fixed. Oh and outside is pretty ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
"Excellent views, impeccable cleanliness, and surprisingly spacious. Added bonus that Pike Place was within close proximity for walking with plenty of selections to eat nearby."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
"Beautiful hotel and great location, easy walk to pikes place and shopping. My only complaint was no coffee in room and only 1 keurig in lobby for all guests. It’s silly. Buy a coffee pot, brew several pots and put in a self service thermos, super easy, inexpensive and keeps people happy"
Reviewed on 24 May 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 sporting events 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.
