Portage Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Portage Bay
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.
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.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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 Portage Bay Hotel Deals
Mediterranean Inn
Great place to stay to walk to a Kraken game.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
having a packed hotel during an event and only 2 elevators operating is not ideal conditions. seemed like the staff was aware but it a $$$$ issue to not deal with
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The location is ideal and they have a restaurant downstairs that has good food and ambiance. However, the plumbing was horrible and it makes it feel like the toilet was dirty. We didn’t have any views because the windows were blocked off and there is this light that is still on at night so the room ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
My room was very clean and neat. Alicia checked me in and was very helpful and quick even gave brochures on places that delivered food to the hotel. Breakfast offered multiple warm options, pancakes, eggs, hard boiled eggs, sausage patties, biscuits and gravy, oatmeal, and grits, I believe. The usual ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Paramount Hotel
I stayed only overnight but I'm happy with the staff, cleanliness, wifi and the location
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
Airport shuttle was fantastic. I had more and larger than normal baggage plus pets, and they were incredibly helpful, polite, and made my morning less stressful than it should have been.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portage Bay
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.
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.
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.
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.
