Andy's Guidebook
Sightseeing
This beautiful park is about a 30 minute walk along the Burke Gilman Trail or a 3 minute drive. This is a kid friendly park with ample parking.
728 locals recommend
Golden Gardens Park
8498 Seaview Pl NWThis beautiful park is about a 30 minute walk along the Burke Gilman Trail or a 3 minute drive. This is a kid friendly park with ample parking.
Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks
3015 NW 54th StDiscovery Park
3801 Discovery Park BlvdCarkeek Park
950 NW Carkeek Park RdSunset Hill Park
7531 34th Ave NWCommodore Park
3330 W Commodore Way
Green Lake
Food scene
Ray's Boathouse
6049 Seaview Ave NWKiss Cafe
2817 NW Market StPortage Bay Cafe - Ballard
2821 NW Market StJibe Espresso Bar
7001 Seaview Ave NWPico Cafe and Bakery
6415 32nd Ave NWUn Bien
7302.5 15th Ave NWSamara
6414 32nd Ave NWCocktail bar with some yummy small plates. Outdoor seating available. More suitable for adults.
18 locals recommend
Baker's
6408 32nd Ave NWCocktail bar with some yummy small plates. Outdoor seating available. More suitable for adults.
Excellent choice for the Holidays. They do a fantastic job decorating with lights and it’s very festive & cozy.
55 locals recommend
Ristorante Picolinos
6415 32nd Ave NWExcellent choice for the Holidays. They do a fantastic job decorating with lights and it’s very festive & cozy.
Secret Congee
Playgrounds
Webster Park
3025 NW 68th StSalmon Bay Park
2001 NW Canoe PlKirke Park
7028 9th Ave NWRoss Playground
4320 4th Ave NWLong stay essentials
If you’re in town for a week or more, you may find these store & services helpful.
Transformation-Surprise Laundromat
5505 8th Ave NWFred Meyer
915 NW 45th StTrader Joe's
1700 E Madison StPCC Community Markets - Ballard
1451 NW 46th StLocal Markets
There are many farmers markets in the Seattle sub neighborhoods. Here are a few with specific days & hours of operation. Please verify operating hours before heading to enjoy one of these activities.
Fishermen's Terminal
3919 18th Ave WBallard Sunday Farmers Market
5345 Ballard Ave NW