Eastlake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Lake Union
Home to houseboats, seaplanes, sailboats and kayaks, Seattle’s downtown lake is a top place to hang out and enjoy the city’s maritime culture.
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.
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.
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.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Our pick of the best Eastlake Hotel Deals
Mediterranean Inn
The hotel is quiet and comfortable. Parking spaces are a little tight but worth it.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Beautiful large double bed room. Extremely clean. Definitely will book here again. 😊
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The room was a little humid
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Love this Hotel. Staff is always friendly. Food’s (breakfast) is good. The only observation is that the bed coverings are very thin. Not even like a comfortable comforter and the air/heat system is very noisy.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Nice hotel, friendly staff!!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
Staff is amazing
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastlake
South Lake Union
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Broadway while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop 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.
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 Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture 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.
