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.
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.
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 vibrant area.
Bergen Place Park
You can find out about the history of Seattle with a visit to Bergen Place Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline

Seattle Highlights City Tour

Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Old Ballard

Mediterranean Inn
Room was good, location is good, walking distance everywhere. The only problem is parking lot, even hotels charge you to park, I had to pay $ 40 for one night.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

The Belltown Inn
Staff dressed professionally. All were polite and helpful
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Amazing stay
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
I love staying here it’s very close to downtown and pike market. Hotel is very clean and the staff and check in process is amazing . For sure always staying here every time I go to Seattle . Only small thing this time was the AC not sure if it was us or the AC unit but cold air was not coming out ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

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

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Loved the location and atmosphere! Great staff and amenities!
Reviewed on 29 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.

