Green Lake Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Green Lake
Popular places to visit
Green Lake Park
Follow the scenic walking path around the glacial lake, play basketball or see a play in the Bathhouse theater in north-central Seattle’s beloved park.
Bathhouse Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Bathhouse Theater during your trip to Seattle. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
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.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
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
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Explore Snoqualmie, Waterfalls and an Ancient Forest
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Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
3 Hour Show Me Seattle Best Of The City Tour
Top hotels in Green Lake
Executive Hotel Pacific
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Coast Gateway Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Green Lake
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and sporting events in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
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.
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.
Northgate
Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Jackson Park Golf Course. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.
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.