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 walkable area.
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 Building
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Ballard Building. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.
Portland Building
Find out about the history of Seattle when you spend time at Portland Building. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Scandinavian American Bank Building
Find out about the history of Seattle with a stop at Scandinavian American Bank Building. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Bergen Place Park
You can find out about the history of Seattle with a visit to Bergen Place Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Orcas Island: Whale and Orca Guided Speedboat Tour
Top hotels in Old Ballard
The Paramount Hotel
So clean! And the bed was super comfortable. Would absolutely stay again.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Pleasant and quiet room, comfortable beds, helpful staff and great location. My friend and I enjoyed our stay very much
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Belltown Inn
They had made some great upgrades over the past months that have only enhanced the hotels status. From its VIP welcome package to wonderful products in the bathroom, it makes for a wonderful and restful environment. Kudos to the management and staff for ensuring the guest experience is top notch. ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The room was covered in mold
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
It's not bad, but it's not great. Smells like an old hotel in places. Staff was nice. Had to pay $35 for parking, so more expensive than other options that don't blindside you with fees. Hot tub was also closed... i really wanted a soak.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Good
Reviewed on 23 Apr 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.
