Phinney Ridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Woodland Park Zoo
From tiny poison dart frogs to majestic lions, this award-winning zoo in Seattle gives you the opportunity to walk among the world’s most fascinating wildlife.
Woodland Park and Rose Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Woodland Park and Rose Garden, a lovely green space in Seattle. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
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
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Phinney Ridge Hotel Deals
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Nice
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Executive Hotel Pacific
The hotel was an excellent location. It was a bit of a surprise that there was a $40 optional fee for cleaning the rooms, but they did graciously refresh towels for free if you declined. One elevator didn't work and it seemed like it had been that way for weeks. The location was amazing and there ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Mediterranean Inn
Friendly, helpful staff!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
All good as usual. Everybody was very accommodating.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Phinney Ridge
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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Phinney Ridge Travel Guide
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Seattle Waterfront
- Space Needle
- Pike Place Market
- T-Mobile Park
- Bellevue Square
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Westfield Southcenter Mall
- Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
- Alki Beach
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Alderwood Mall
- Microsoft Campus
- Northgate Station
- WaMu Theater
