Guillem’s Guide to Ballard & Beyond
Food scene
Cafe Besalu
5909 24th Ave NWGet amazing European pastries and espresso a 2min walk from the
Tall Grass Bakery
5907 24th Ave NWArtisanal breads and pastries baked fresh Wed-Sun
Delicious Thai food and cocktails, with modern decor for a reasonable price. The panang curry is my favorite!
Secret Savory
2213 NW Market StDelicious Thai food and cocktails, with modern decor for a reasonable price. The panang curry is my favorite!
Cupcake Royale
1111 E Pike StGet a sweet treat on NW Market St
Great outdoor terrace serving delicious Mediterranean-style tapas and cocktails.
62 locals recommend
Ocho
2325 NW Market StGreat outdoor terrace serving delicious Mediterranean-style tapas and cocktails.
Neighborhood Walks
The famous locks are located a 10min walk from the apartment
774 locals recommend
Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks
3015 NW 54th StThe famous locks are located a 10min walk from the apartment
Enjoy the breeze as you sit by the beach at this beautiful park. Walk, run, or bike the Burke-Gilman trail to get there
728 locals recommend
Golden Gardens Park
8498 Seaview Pl NWEnjoy the breeze as you sit by the beach at this beautiful park. Walk, run, or bike the Burke-Gilman trail to get there
This 27-mile trail is very close to the apartment. Run, walk, or bike through Ballard and Fremont and go all the way to South Lake Union for some beautiful Seattle views
233 locals recommend
Burke Gilman Trail
Burke-Gilman TrailThis 27-mile trail is very close to the apartment. Run, walk, or bike through Ballard and Fremont and go all the way to South Lake Union for some beautiful Seattle views
In case of emergency
Swedish Medical Center Ballard Campus
5300 Tallman Ave NWThis is the closest ER
Bartell Drugs
6401 12th Ave NEThis is the nearest drugstore, including pharmacy
City advice
What to pack
Bring rain-proof gear
Rain is unpredictable in Seattle so make sure to pack a waterproof jacket and an umbrella
Getting around
Route 40 will take you to Downtown Seattle
The bus stop is 1 block away from the apartment
Getting around
Route 18x is an express line to Downtown Seattle
You can use the stop on 65th and 24th
What to pack
Washington Face Covering Mandate
Make sure to pack face coverings. The Washington State Department of Health issued an order requiring anyone in Washington State to wear a cloth face covering in public when unable to remain 6 feet away from others