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Learn why the Locks need support and How to Donate. Explore the world class botanical garden: Summer events, concerts, picnics and weddings. Ballard Locks.org is the official site for Visitor Information and Public Support of the Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks.
Sep 15, 2019 · Information for anyone planning a visit to the Ballard Locks, or Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, one of Seattle's most popular visitor attractions.
Free tours start at 2:00 pm in the visitor center theater and last about an hour. You can join a tour anytime, no registrations are required. To schedule a tour on Mondays or Tuesdays and/or get a more personalized experience, you might want to consider a Custom Private Group Tour (See below).
MAIN FLOOR - GIFT SHOP, THEATER (multiple videos on request), & TALKS.
The Ballard Locks carry more boat traffic than any other lock in the U.S., and the locks, along with the fish ladder and the surrounding Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Gardens, attract more than one million visitors annually, making it one of Seattle's top tourist attractions.
Officially known as the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, the Ballard Locks is one of Seattle’s most popular tourist attractions, especially during the sunny months. The grounds also feature a fish ladder and the Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Garden — one of the most beautiful park settings in Seattle.
The Ballard Locks is a picturesque park with a ship canal, 15 minutes from downtown Seattle. The Ballard Locks is FREE to visit, with a paid parking lot along 3015 NW 54th St in Ballard. You can see salmon at the Fish Ladder from mid-June to late October.
