Bellevue Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Bellevue
Bellevue

Sip roasted coffee in buzzing shopping districts, amble through flowery gardens and experience the rich undercurrent of artisanship in this modern city.

Discover the delights of Bellevue, a city blessed with natural and man-made beauty. A vibrant and growing destination, this city offers shopping, eating and cultural attractions. Explore shopping plazas, globally renowned galleries and flower-laden gardens.

Wander around downtown Bellevue, where local cafés serve roasted brews with pastries and other baked goods. Follow the shopping crowds into the Bellevue Square, where over 200 retailers sell fashionable clothing, accessories and home décor. On Saturdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, head to the Bellevue Farmers Market for fresh, locally grown produce and meat.

Browse art and design exhibits at the Bellevue Arts MuseumOpens in a new window, which also runs hands-on workshops for budding crafters. The city’s downtown area contains about 130 works of public art, which add character to the district. In the evenings, book a seat for a dance or drama performance at the Meydenbauer Center.

Bellevue has an abundance of green refuges for escaping the urban bustle. Take a stroll through Downtown Park or enjoy a picnic at the Bellevue Botanical GardenOpens in a new window, which features flower gardens and a tranquil Japanese-style garden. Go blueberry picking at the Mercer Slough Nature ParkOpens in a new window and try the exhilarating Bellevue Zipline Tour in summer.

Bring the family to the KidsQuest Children’s Museum, an interactive museum that aims to educate younger children on subjects such as science, art and technology. The family-oriented indoor shopping complex Crossroads Bellevue has climbing walls, pottery workshops and a jumbo chessboard.

Sample international cuisine at one of many restaurants in the Bellevue SquareOpens in a new window complex or neighboring Lincoln SquareOpens in a new window. Complete an enchanting evening with a post-dinner wine-tasting, stand-up comedy show or nightclub dance in the area.

Bellevue’s compact downtown can be easily navigated on foot, while buses serve most other areas. Get here via Seattle–Tacoma International Airport or drive from neighboring Seattle.

After seeing the city, travel around the surrounding Puget Sound region. Taste the fine produce of Woodinville Wine Country, hike through Bridle Trails State Park and go skiing at Crystal Mountain.

Where to stay in Bellevue

Bellevue

West Bellevue

4/5(6 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in West Bellevue, Old Bellevue and Meydenbauer Center are top sights worth seeing.

West Bellevue
Bellevue

Downtown Bellevue

While visiting Downtown Bellevue, you might make a stop by sights like Lincoln Square and Meydenbauer Center.

Downtown Bellevue
Bellevue Botanical Garden showing signage and a garden

Wilburton

If you're spending some time in Wilburton, Bellevue Botanical Garden and Mini Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Wilburton
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Northwest Bellevue

If you're spending some time in Northwest Bellevue, Old Bellevue and Lake Washington are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Bellevue
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Bridle Trails

If you're spending some time in Bridle Trails, Bridle Trails State Park and Bellevue Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Bridle Trails
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Lake Hills

If you're spending some time in Lake Hills, Robinswood Tennis Center and Kelsey Creek Farm are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Hills
Hotel 116, A Coast Hotel Bellevue
Hotel 116, A Coast Hotel Bellevue
3 out of 5
625 116th Ave Ne, Bellevue, WA
The price is NZ$262 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$262
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Bellevue. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,457 reviews)
"Very good location, walking distance to public transportation and shops, short ride to downtown. Good public transportation to Seattle downtown also. A convenient and nice restaurant next door with internal walkway from hotel. The King bed room we stayed in was good for our needs."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Hotel 116, A Coast Hotel Bellevue
Eastgate Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Eastgate Hotel, BW Signature Collection
2.5 out of 5
14632 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA
The price is NZ$288 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$288
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellevue. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,185 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Eastgate Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
3 out of 5
15805 SE 37th St, Bellevue, WA
The price is NZ$215 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$215
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bellevue. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,490 reviews)
"Staff very friendly housekeeper (Zuyan) was great"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
3 out of 5
15805 SE 37th St, Bellevue, WA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bellevue. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,490 reviews)
"Staff very friendly housekeeper (Zuyan) was great"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
Kasa Bellevue Seattle
Kasa Bellevue Seattle
4 out of 5
900 108th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Bellevue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square ...
7.4/10 Good! (29 reviews)
"This would be a phenomenal “home base” to explore all of coastal Washington. With parking, a phenomenal location."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Kasa Bellevue Seattle
Sophari Suites at Bellevue
Sophari Suites at Bellevue
3 out of 5
10961 NE 2nd Pl, Bellevue, WA
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Bellevue. Enjoy free WiFi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square are located ...
Sophari Suites at Bellevue
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Bellevue

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Top destination
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Nothing interesting to report.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Bellevue is a pleasant area but is a fair way out of Seattle which we didn't realise. However the area is great, the Outback Steakhouse was excellent, and using Uber made it easy to get about.

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