Lake City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lake City
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
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 Lake City Hotel Deals
Executive Hotel Pacific
Room was very spacious and clean! Staff were very kind and helpful. Many options for breakfast!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
A very relaxing stay, the staffs are extremely nice. I would recommend
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Mediterranean Inn
Perfect place to stay for a concert at Climate Pledge love the view rooms on the 6th floor!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Coast Gateway Hotel
Clean, comfortable, and VERY close to the airport!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
No dissatisfaction
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lake City
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Space Needle and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
Lake City Travel Guide
- Matthews Beach Park
- Seattle Waterfront
- Space Needle
- Pike Place Market
- T-Mobile Park
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Westfield Southcenter Mall
- Microsoft Campus
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Alki Beach
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
- WaMu Theater
- Alderwood Mall
- Northgate Station
- Pioneer Square
- Boeing Everett Factory
