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
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
Great hotel in a great location.
Reviewed on 4 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

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Nice hotel. Clean room. Good location.
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.
