Green Lake Travel Guide

Seattle

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Stay near popular Green Lake attractions

Green Lake Park

8.4/10 (5 reviews)
Follow the scenic walking path around the glacial lake, play basketball or see a play in the Bathhouse theater in north-central Seattleā€™s beloved park.
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Things to do

Sky View Observatory General Admission

Sky View Observatory Tickets

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per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sky View Observatory Tickets
Seattle CityPASS: Admission to Top 5 Seattle Attractions

Seattle CityPASSĀ®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

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94% of travellers recommend
Seattle CityPASSĀ®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

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per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Whale & Wildlife Watching Tour from Seattle

Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront

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80% of travellers recommend
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

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per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Discover Seattle A Guided Tour

Discover Seattle: A Self-Guided Tour

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per adult
Discover Seattle: A Self-Guided Tour
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Where to stay in Green Lake

Find the best Green Lake areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Seattle

Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.

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Belltown

Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.

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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.

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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 Northwest Seaport and Amazon Corporate Headquarters, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.

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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.

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