Rainier Valley Travel Guide
Seattle
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Popular places to visit
Kubota Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kubota Garden, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.
Mount Baker Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mount Baker Beach during your trip to Seattle?
Martin Luther King, Jr. County
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Martin Luther King, Jr. County.
Lakeridge Park
After visiting Lakeridge Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Genesee Dog Park
Genesee Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Colman Park
After visiting Colman Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Seattle: Smith Tower Observatory Access Ticket
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
All Day VIP Pass to Original Selfie Museum Seattle
Top hotels in Rainier Valley
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Staff, location, amenities! We were in town for the football game, and the atmosphere was so fun and engaging. 10/10 a must stay
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
The facility was very clean. The hotel is in a great location. We were able to walk to most places. Suggestion for the breakfast is to maybe add bacon as a meat option.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Everything I booked was as expected and described
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Very good experiamce very clean amd friendly
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Yes! The room was clean. Staff was helpful when needed something and amazing at greeting every time entering and leaving the hotel. Always a good stay with the CitizenM. Will be booking again in the future. Thank you !
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
Amazing!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainier Valley
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Georgetown Arts & Cultural Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.
Industrial District
While you're in Industrial District, take in top sights like T-Mobile Park or Showbox SoDo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SoDo Station or Stadium Station.
SoDo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium Station to see more of the area.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Redhawk Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
Pioneer Square
Shopping, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.
First Hill
Well liked for its churches and live music, First Hill is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Neumos and Broadway, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.
