Ballard – Seattle Excursion
Neighborhood Guides
Spend an afternoon or the whole day with us in the charming Seattle neighborhood of Ballard. Discover why Seattle visitors should add a visit to Ballard to their Alaska cruise trip itinerary.
Ballard Field Notes
Visit Ballard
Neighborhood Guides
You don’t need tickets to Lumen Field to enjoy the FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches. Just minutes north of downtown Seattle, the Ballard neighborhood is watch party central with more than a dozen bars/restaurants showing the matches.
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Visit Ballard
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Just minutes from downtown Seattle, the Ballard neighborhood invites visitors to explore curated boutiques, award-winning restaurants, and esteemed entertainment in a vibrant, historic setting.
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Ballard ArtWalk
Neighborhood Guides, Happenings
Every second Saturday of the month from 6-9pm, the Ballard ArtWalk is a long-standing tradition celebrating and supporting our local artist community since 1997.
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Meet us at the Farmers Market on Sundays
Neighborhood Guides, Happenings
Every Sunday, Ballard Avenue comes alive with local farmers sharing a colorful array of fruits, vegetables and flowers, the smells of yummy food vendors fills the air and buskers put a little dance in everyone’s step.
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National Nordic Museum
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Learn about Ballard’s roots at the National Nordic Museum, an internationally recognized museum and cultural center where people of all backgrounds are welcomed to be inspired by the values, traditions, art, and spirit of the Nordic peoples.
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Take a Culinary Journey Through Ballard
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Ballard is consistently recognized as one of Seattle’s premier neighborhoods for exceptional dining, ranking among the city’s top three culinary destinations.
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Ballard Brewery District
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Set your course for the Ballard Brewery District and explore more than a dozen breweries and cideries in Seattle’s hoppiest hood.
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Discover Ballard’s Nordic History
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Home of the National Nordic Museum and the largest 17th of May celebration outside of Norway, Nordic peoples have had a lasting impression on the neighborhood.
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Ballard Locks & Botanical Garden
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The Hiram M. Chittenden “Ballard” Locks is a must-do destination for Seattle visitors. Add this historical feat of engineering to your itinerary!
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A Ballard Neighborhood Excursion
Neighborhood Guides
Spend an afternoon or the whole day with us in the charming Seattle neighborhood of Ballard. Discover why Seattle visitors should add a trip to Ballard to their itinerary.
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Experience Ballard’s Artistic Side
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Art around every corner! From local galleries and studios to large-scale murals to Ballard ArtWalk, the neighborhood champions Seattle’s artist community year round.