Bow Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Climate Pledge Arena
Catch an event at Climate Pledge Arena during your trip to Seattle. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Our pick of the best Bow Lake Hotel Deals
Mayflower Park Hotel
Great room,friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Nice staff, quiet.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
The front desk folks were extremely helpful!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Staff was so wonderful
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Staff was super helpful and friendly. Room was very clean and updated. Loved the roof top deck, huge bonus. Great location right downtown and walkable to all the key sutes and great restraunts. Some reviews mentioned the homeless. I did not notice them to be much of an issue anymore than any typical ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Israel had attended to us perfectly when there was a leak in the ceiling he went above and beyond to accommodate us and keep us as loyal customers that deserves an honorable mention what an amazing staff person
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bow Lake
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Jefferson Park Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.
Industrial District
While you're in Industrial District, take in top sights like T-Mobile Park or Showbox SoDo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SoDo Station or Stadium Station.
SoDo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium Station to see more of the area.
West Seattle
West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like West Seattle Golf Course and Alki Beach.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Jimi Hendrix Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
Pioneer Square
Shopping, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.
