Vintage and Secondhand Clothing
Vintage is the backbone of a Ballard shopping day. The selection stretches from everyday secondhand racks to dressier and Western-themed pieces, so plan to visit more than one shop and see what turns up.
Bon Voyage Vintage
Start your vintage loop at Bon Voyage Vintage, one of the first names locals bring up when the talk turns to Ballard vintage. Spend some time digging through the older clothing here, especially if you love finding a piece that carries a bit of history.
Lucky Dry Goods
Browse Lucky Dry Goods when you need something for an event rather than a lazy weekend, since the shop leans toward dressier vintage. It is a sibling of Lucky Vintage in the University District, so if you already know that shop, the approach will feel familiar.
Gold Dogs
Head to Gold Dogs for the cowboy end of the closet. This shop focuses on vintage Western wear, from boots to snap shirts and other ranch-inspired looks, making it a natural stop whether you are building a Western wardrobe or hunting for one statement piece.
Buffalo Exchange
Buffalo Exchange adds a secondhand clothing option to the Ballard mix. Stop in for recent styles and older finds under one roof, a handy way to round out a day spent at the more specialized vintage shops.
Furniture, Home Goods and Curiosities
Ballard rewards you just as well if you are furnishing a home or looking for something delightfully odd for a shelf. Several shops here lean on Scandinavian and mid-century design, a natural fit for a neighborhood with deep Nordic roots.
Sparklebarn
Sparklebarn deals in Scandinavian and mid-century furniture. Make it a priority if you are drawn to clean lines, warm wood and pieces that suit Ballard's Nordic heritage.
Space Oddity
Wander through Space Oddity for vintage furniture, and remember to look downstairs, since part of the shop sits below street level. It is a pleasure for browsers who like moving through rooms of older pieces and spotting something unexpected.
Ballyhoo Curiosity Shop
Step into Ballyhoo Curiosity Shop, part natural history museum and part antique store. Expect strange, collectible objects that make wonderful conversation pieces, which is why gift hunters and fans of the eccentric side of shopping love it here.
Re-Soul
Re-Soul began as a shoe store and grew to carry home goods and clothing too. Drop by when you want a new pair of shoes and a gift in the same stop.
Books, Apparel and Local Jewelry
Secret Garden Books
Secret Garden Books is a long-running independent bookstore on Market Street. Its children's section is especially well regarded, so families often work it into a Ballard outing, while adult readers will find plenty to browse on the shelves as well.
Prism
Prism carries women's apparel, home decor and jewelry made by local makers. Choose it when you want something new rather than vintage, or a locally made gift to carry home.
Round Out Your Day
On Sundays, the Ballard Farmers Market sets up all year where 22nd Ave NW meets Ballard Ave NW, typically from 9 am to 2 pm. It lands right in the middle of the shopping streets, making it an easy addition to your loop, though market hours can change, so check before you go.
If you enjoy history, look for the Ballard Carnegie Library on NW Market Street. Opened in 1904, it served readers until 1963 and is now an official City of Seattle landmark with a pub inside.
Take a break between shops at Ballard Commons Park, which reopened in March 2023 near the Ballard Branch library. To end the day by the water, head west to Golden Gardens Park for a Puget Sound beach and views toward the Olympic Mountains. For more inspiration, explore our guide to things to do in Seattle.
Before you visit, check each business's own website for current hours, locations and details.
