Ballard
Seattle
Popular places to visit
Shilshole Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Shilshole Bay Marina. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
National Nordic Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Nordic Museum in Seattle. Take in the acclaimed art scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant 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
Watch fish travel upstream, see boats head out to sea and explore quiet gardens at canal gates that remain a crucial part of Seattle’s waterways.
Ballard Farmers Market
You can find out about the history of Seattle when you stop by Ballard Farmers Market. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Sunset Hill Park
Sunset Hill 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.
Things to do
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Seattle Grand 4-Hour City Tour
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Seattle Kraken Ice Hockey Game at Climate Pledge Arena
Top hotels in Ballard
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
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Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Room was beautiful and spotless, staff very efficient and friendly
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
I would definitely recommend this hotel because everyone was professionally dressed and well prepared for customers interaction.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
Every single worker we came into contact was wonderful! Extremely pleasant. Ate dinner at Oliver’s and the roasted chicken was delicious! The location is great easy to catch monorail to the center walk to restaurants, cafe, shopping. The elevator is secure the room was clean. Next stay I need a ...
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Clean room
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Great everything
Reviewed on Jan 12, 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 sporting events 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 Space Needle and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
Northgate
If you're spending time in Northgate, you might enjoy attractions like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Northgate Station to see more of the city.
University District
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in University District. If sightseeing is on the list, Neptune Theater is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
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.
