Visit Portage Bay
Popular places to visit
Roanoke Park
After visiting Roanoke Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
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.
Things to do
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Seattle: Smith Tower Observatory Access Ticket
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in Portage Bay
Mayflower Park Hotel
Courteous and helpful staff, comfortable and well appointed room, quiet halls, beautiful lounge areas and convenient location with indoor access to the monorail.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Great hospitality
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Great room, quiet and comfortable
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Clean room, nice staff. The ipad in the room to control lights and blinds was a plus!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Belltown Inn
Great room, excellent bed, location and walkability. Nice staff and amenities
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Alll the staff were outstanding! They were friendly and very helpful. The breakfast buffet was simple but had enough and it was good. The lobby was very clean along with the eating area and the room was emaculate. I will definitely return.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Portage Bay
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.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
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.
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.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seattle Center and Space Needle, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
