Ballard Travel Guide
Seattle
Popular places to visit
Shilshole Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Shilshole Bay Marina. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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.
Golden Gardens Park
Golden Gardens Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this walkable area.
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops 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 vibrant area.
Top hotels in Ballard
Mayflower Park Hotel
Excellent location friendly staff in a classic hotel
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
The room was spotless, parking was convenient, and the staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Clean and comfortable room
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Staff was really kind and helpful. Room was clean and neat
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Spotless room with little amenities to enjoy and the staff was excellent. Nice city view as well, would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The staff so kind and helpful
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballard
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
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.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Climate Pledge Arena and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
Northgate
Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
