
Lonely Planet
Seattle - Ballard & Discovery Park (PDF Chapter)
This is the Ballard & Discovery Park chapter from Lonely Planet’s Seattle guide-book.
Ballard feels like a small town engulfed by a bigger city. It has come into its own as one of the city’s best locals for exciting restaurants, lively bars and killer shopping. Discovery Park is a must for easy-to-tackle hikes and stunning views.
- feel the breeze on your face and watch birds, fishing boats, motor yachts, kayaks and salmon negotiating the Hiram M Chittenden Locks on a sunny summer’s evening
- maps
- learn about the history and culture of Ballard’s most well-known immigrant community at the newly updated Nordic Museum
- transport
- feel like you’ve left the city far, far behind in the verdant ocean-side oasis of Discovery Park
- restaurants & accommodation
Coverage includes: Sights, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, Entertainment, Shopping, Sports & Activities.
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