Westlake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
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
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Explore Snoqualmie, Waterfalls and an Ancient Forest
Our pick of the best Westlake Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown Lake Union
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Executive Hotel Pacific
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citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
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Coast Gateway Hotel
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Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
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Hyatt Regency Seattle
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Other neighbourhoods around Westlake
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.
Lower Queen Anne
While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Space Needle and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.
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.
Denny Triangle
If you're spending time in Denny Triangle, check out sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Lake View Cemetery - Bruce Lee's Grave 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.
- Seattle Waterfront
- Space Needle
- Pike Place Market
- T-Mobile Park
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Westfield Southcenter Mall
- Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
- Alki Beach
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Alderwood Mall
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Microsoft Campus
- Northgate Station
- Harborview Medical Center
- WaMu Theater