Old Ballard Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing a marina
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks which includes a marina
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing boating and a river or creek as well as a small group of people
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing boating as well as a small group of people
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing cycling and a park as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing boating and a river or creek as well as a small group of people

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.

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
National Nordic Museum

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.

National Nordic Museum
Ballard Farmers Market

Ballard Farmers Market

You can find out about the history of Seattle with a stop at Ballard Farmers Market. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ballard Farmers Market

Swedish Medical Center Ballard Campus

If Swedish Medical Center Ballard Campus is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Seattle.

Swedish Medical Center Ballard Campus

Swedish Medical Center - Ballard Campus

If Swedish Medical Center - Ballard Campus is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Seattle.

Swedish Medical Center - Ballard Campus

Portland Building

Find out about the history of Seattle when you spend time at Portland Building. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

Portland Building

Activities

passageway beneath Washington St

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

AU$45
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Combo image of the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden in Seattle

Space Needle & Chihuly Garden and Glass Tickets Combo

AU$104
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Space Needle & Chihuly Garden and Glass Tickets Combo
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

AU$223
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
[Silver] Vancouver 1-Day Bus Tour from Seattle

Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle

AU$284
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Seattle: MoPOP Entry Ticket

Seattle: MoPOP Entry Ticket

AU$43
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Seattle: MoPOP Entry Ticket
Seattle: Terrors and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Seattle: Terrors and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

AU$40
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Seattle: Terrors and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Old Ballard Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Hyatt Regency Seattle
4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$318 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$318
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,500 reviews)
"The hotel is too big for the number of lifts, always have to wait a long time. Besides, surprised that there is no swimming pool for a hotel of such category!"

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Regency Seattle
The Belltown Inn
The Belltown Inn
2.5 out of 5
2301 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$190 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,279 reviews)
"Great value"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

The Belltown Inn
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$151 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,514 reviews)
"I love the artistic vibes of the hotel, great food too"

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Mediterranean Inn
Mediterranean Inn
3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$249 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$249
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,068 reviews)
"Front desk staff were so friendly and helpful. The hotel had great amenities and was very clean. The area was very walkable with multiple dining options and a grocery store just across the street."

Reviewed on 26 Nov. 2024

Mediterranean Inn
Coast Gateway Hotel
Coast Gateway Hotel
3.5 out of 5
18415 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA
The price is AU$169 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,323 reviews)
"Great faculty. Friendly and very helpful."

Reviewed on 26 Nov. 2024

Coast Gateway Hotel
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
3 out of 5
3100 South 192nd Street, SeaTac, WA
The price is AU$172 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,229 reviews)
"Very good find for the price. Front desk was very friendly, did not expect the VIP access perk. Parking was actually very good, I thought we had to scramble for one, considering the area. It had one separate section upfront (downhill) and several more in the back."

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Ballard

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks showing a river or creek and boating as well as a small group of people

Ballard

Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by Shilshole Bay Marina or Hiram M. Chittenden Locks while you're exploring.

Ballard
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Fremont

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Union and Fremont Sunday Market.

Fremont
Green Lake Park

Green Lake

If you're spending some time in Green Lake, Green Lake Park and West Green Lake Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Green Lake
Queen Anne featuring landscape views and a city

Queen Anne

Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seattle Center and Space Needle, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.

Queen Anne
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Wallingford

You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Gas Works Park or Lake Union.

Wallingford
Kerry Park featuring landscape views, mountains and a city

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.

Lower Queen Anne

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