Old Ballard Travel Guide

Seattle

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Stay near popular Old Ballard attractions

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.
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Things to do

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

£58
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC

£142
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC
Discover Seattle: A Self-Guided Tour

Discover Seattle: A Self-Guided Tour

£3
per adult
Discover Seattle: A Self-Guided Tour
Whale & Wildlife Watching Tour from Seattle

Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront

£87
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle

The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle

£39
per adult
The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

£17
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
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Top hotels in Old Ballard

The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is £124 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£124
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,728 reviews)
"The property and the room (corner king) were beautifully maintained. Breakfast was delicious at the Spruce cafe and the staff were very friendly. The only thing was there was no coffee maker in the room and our bathtub had deep gouge marks in it which was kind of weird but neither of those were a ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

The Paramount Hotel
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is £106 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£106
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Belltown Inn
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is £120 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£120
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6,211 reviews)
"Clean room, nice view"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Mediterranean Inn
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is £97 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£97
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Executive Hotel Pacific
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

4 out of 5
18740 International Boulevard SeaTac WA
The price is £95 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
£95
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is £112 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£112
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,890 reviews)
"Lovely time. The room was very comfortable,"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
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Where to stay in Old Ballard

Find the best Old Ballard areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Seattle

Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.

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Capitol Hill

Spend some time visiting places like Broadway while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop to see more of the area.

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Belltown

Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.

A university building with a prominent 'University of Washington' banner, brick architecture, and a set of stairs leading to the entrance.

University District

Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.

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South Lake Union

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.

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