Seattle, Washington
Ballard
Ballard is a former fishing and lumber town northwest of downtown, now a lively neighborhood with a historic Old Ballard core, breweries and a working marina.
Local Character & History
Scandinavian heritage meets new breweries and apartments, with a Sunday farmers market and a waterfront trail along the ship canal.
Restaurants & Shopping
Ballard Avenue holds breweries, oysters, bakeries and Nordic-influenced restaurants.
Housing
Victorian and craftsman homes north of Market Street, plus new apartment buildings in the core.
Parks & Recreation
Golden Gardens, the Ballard Locks and the Burke-Gilman Trail give the neighborhood water and trail access.
Transportation
Metro buses run downtown, the Burke-Gilman Trail carries cyclists, and the planned light rail extension will reach Ballard.
Nearby Attractions
- Ballard Locks
- Golden Gardens Park
- Ballard Farmers Market
- Nordic Museum
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can you watch boats go through the locks?
The Hiram M. Chittenden Locks in Ballard have viewing areas where you can watch boats rise and fall between Puget Sound and Lake Union.