Green Lake Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A group of rowers in a calm lake at dusk.
A lake surrounded by fields and trees.
A calm lake with a clear sky, a forested shoreline, and a distant town.
A calm lake with a wooden fence and trees on the left, a clear sky, and a distant city skyline.
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Stay near popular Green Lake attractions

Green Lake Park

8.4/10 (5 reviews)
Follow the scenic walking path around the glacial lake, play basketball or see a play in the Bathhouse theater in north-central Seattle’s beloved park.
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Activities

Sky View Observatory General Admission

Sky View Observatory Tickets

NZ$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sky View Observatory Tickets
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

NZ$136
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC

NZ$333
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®- Save on admission to top attractions

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®

NZ$189
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®
Whale & Wildlife Watching Tour from Seattle

Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront

NZ$204
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

NZ$40
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
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Our pick of the best Green Lake Hotel Deals

The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is NZ$304 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$304
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,717 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice and great location , parking was a bit spendy and they did mess up on my reservation gave me a room with two queens instead of a king but I didn’t bother to call and fix cause of time crunch but would stay again."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

The Paramount Hotel
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is NZ$249 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$249
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Belltown Inn
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is NZ$284 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$284
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Mediterranean Inn
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is NZ$270 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$270
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (5,537 reviews)
"It was a comfortable stay :). However, I had a slight issue with drainage of my shower but other than that it was great"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
The price is NZ$347 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$347
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

4 out of 5
1301 6th Avenue Seattle WA
The price is NZ$300 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$300
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,384 reviews)
"When you go in no one is there to receive you and tell you that the lobby is on the 10th floor. The person at the front desk was rude and unwelcoming. Only one elevator was working and another guest told us it had been like that for over a month. It’s in a good central location and room was ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
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Our guide on where to stay in Green Lake

Find the best Green Lake areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Green Lake
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Downtown Seattle

Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.

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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.

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Belltown

Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.

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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.

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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.

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