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.
Seattle Waterfront
Seattle Waterfront is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Space Needle
Find out about the history of Space Needle, one of the top monuments in Seattle. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Center
Find out what shows are happening at Seattle Center, a favourite theatre in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Pike Place Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Pike Place Market, a popular shopping spot in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in Old Ballard
Mediterranean Inn
Nice hotel and area close to many restaurants and shops
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
Great location for the event I was attending. Staff was so fun (it was Seahawks parade weekend). Excellent.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Great staff, easy check in and check out, great shuttle service
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Amazing experience! 10/10
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Well kept, but bathroom doesn’t have a vent
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 3 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.
