Old Ballard
Seattle





Visit Old Ballard
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do

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

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

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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 sporting events in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.

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.

University District
Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater 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.
- GS Sanborn Building
- Seattle Waterfront
- Space Needle
- Pike Place Market
- Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66
- Seattle Center
- Lumen Field
- T-Mobile Park
- University of Washington
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
- Bellevue Square
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Alki Beach
- Alderwood Mall