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 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
The property is conveniently located in a good area near eateries and a few blocks away from the space needle. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was a little smaller than expected, but clean, well maintained, and the beds were comfortable. The rooftop gives you a great view of the ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
We enjoyed out stay at Belltown. Staff was super helpful with everything in the area; directions, recommendations etc, The hotel is clean and the location is walking distance to the key attractions in Seattle. We would recommend this hotel and will stay there again next time we visit Seattle.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Buffet was great. Good service, good food.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
My first trip to Seattle. I expected a lot more from this hotel. But I was super disappointed. Parking is difficult at best. A block away. The air conditioning didn’t work at all, I was given a fan. The bathroom is so small you couldn’t turn around. Seems more like a $99 dollar a night kinda of place. ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
No pool but great place and friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Reception staff were lovely and hotel was great.
Reviewed on 5 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 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.
