Bitter Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bitter Lake
Popular places to visit
Space Needle
A towering icon rising high in the Seattle cityscape, this tall modern spire was built back in 1962 as the centrepiece for the World’s Fair.
Seattle Waterfront
This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Pike Place Market
A foodie’s paradise and the oldest farmers’ market in America, just a short walk up the steps from Seattle’s waterfront.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Bitter Lake Hotel Deals
Best Motel
Very nice employees and room.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Mayflower Park Hotel
Spacious room with nice touches (robes for guest use)…great service and a super helpful staff!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
The rooms view and bed are the whole reason we stayed. So comfy never wanted to leave!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Best ever
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Clean room. Clean towels daily. Friendly staff. Good location to attractions
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Very nice and clean
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bitter Lake
Northgate
Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.
Green Lake
If you're spending some time in Green Lake, East Green Lake Beach and West Green Lake Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by Shilshole Bay Marina or Hiram M. Chittenden Locks while you're exploring.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
Bitter Lake Travel Guide
- Space Needle
- Seattle Waterfront
- Pike Place Market
- T-Mobile Park
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Microsoft Campus
- Westfield Southcenter Mall
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Alderwood Mall
- Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
- WaMu Theater
- Northgate Station
- University of Washington Medical Center
- Pioneer Square
