Ames Lake Travel Guide
Seattle
Popular places to visit
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
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
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
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.
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.
Things to do
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Timepass Auburn Escape Room Adventures Book Karmageddon Now
Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Ames Lake
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Great staff, perfect room for a duo traveling
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Paramount Hotel
The front staff is always welcoming, the room was amazing looking forward to our next two stays in December!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Executive Hotel Pacific
Staff were amazing. Always available when needed and super friendly.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Room was clean and the views were pretty cool looking over the high rises of Seattle
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Mayflower Park Hotel
Clean
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Professional and courteous staff at check in Room was comfortable and clean Great location
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ames Lake
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Meany Hall 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.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ames Lake Travel Guide
- Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
- Space Needle
- Seattle Center
- Pike Place Market
- University of Washington
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Snoqualmie Falls
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Alderwood Mall
- WaMu Theater
- Seattle University
- T-Mobile USA Headquarters
- University of Washington Medical Center
