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.
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.
Space Needle
Find out about the history of Space Needle, one of the top monuments in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed art galleries 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.
Top hotels in Old Ballard
Mayflower Park Hotel
great location in downtown seattle- short walking distance to pike place market and so many other shops and restaurants! staff was very kind and extremely accommodating- was able check into my room early. if my room wasn’t available, they still had a place to store my luggage until it was. lovely ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Excellent service great breakfast and a pleasant experience
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Lots of nearby places!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Great location and very spacey rooms. Loved out stay.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Belltown Inn
i really liked the room it was decent size and the counter staff was amazing. super friendly. they have bikes you can use and water in the lobby. very good location in downtown. my only note would be the rooms do no have a deadbolt. there is security and front desk 24/7. i felt very safe and would ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Room was exactly as claimed and conveniently close to the light rail station. Super easy contact-free check-in via the automated stations. And the pub next door connected internally to the hotel was *amazing*, highly recommend.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 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 Climate Pledge Arena, 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.
