Ballard Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks featuring heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

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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.

Shilshole Bay Marina
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Golden Gardens Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Golden Gardens Park, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Golden Gardens Park
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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
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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.

National Nordic Museum
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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
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Sunset Hill Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Sunset Hill Park, a lovely green space in Seattle. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Sunset Hill Park

Activities

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Historic Ballard: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring Seattle's Quirky History

NZ$8
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Ballard: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring Seattle's Quirky History
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Seattle: National Nordic Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$32
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seattle: National Nordic Museum Entry Ticket
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Brewery and Restaurant Tour of Historic Seattle Neighborhood

NZ$177
Per adult
Brewery and Restaurant Tour of Historic Seattle Neighborhood
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Seattle Ballard Locks, Gas Works Park and Houseboats Tour

NZ$242
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seattle Ballard Locks, Gas Works Park and Houseboats Tour
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Henry Mural Tours - 3 hour Immersive Tour of Seattle

NZ$146
Per adult
Henry Mural Tours - 3 hour Immersive Tour of Seattle
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Intro to Outdoor Rock climbing

NZ$406
Per adult
Intro to Outdoor Rock climbing
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Our pick of the best Ballard Hotel Deals

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 NZ$259 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$259
per night
28 May - 29 May
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! (4,610 reviews)
"Delightfully surprised and coming back in August!"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Hyatt Regency Seattle
4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$390 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$390
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,821 reviews)
"Super clean. Perfect pillows"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Seattle
The Belltown Inn
The Belltown Inn
2.5 out of 5
2301 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$269 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$269
per night
12 May - 13 May
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! (2,735 reviews)
Handy in Seattle
"We stayed for 3 nights to explore Seattle. The location of the hotel is ideal for exploring the city on foot. The staff at reception is very friendly and helpful. Our room was quiet and clean, the bed was comfortable. We would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

The Belltown Inn
Coast Gateway Hotel
Coast Gateway Hotel
3.5 out of 5
18415 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA
The price is NZ$291 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$291
per night
27 May - 28 May
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! (5,462 reviews)
"No hair conditioner"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Coast Gateway Hotel
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 NZ$411 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$411
per night
12 May - 13 May
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! (4,755 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and made the stay very enjoyable."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Mediterranean Inn
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$330 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$330
per night
12 May - 13 May
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,551 reviews)
"fun hotel and conveniently located near King Street Station"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Ballard

Woodland Park Zoo featuring zoo animals

Phinney Ridge

Phinney Ridge is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Woodland Park Zoo and Woodland Park and Rose Garden.

Phinney Ridge
Green Lake Park

Green Lake

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

Green Lake
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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 Rocket.

Fremont
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Interbay

While visiting Interbay, you might make a stop by sights like Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Fisherman's Terminal.

Interbay
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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
Queen Anne featuring landscape views and a city

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.

Queen Anne

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