Portage Bay Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Portage Bay
Popular places to visit
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and 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.
Climate Pledge Arena
Catch an event at Climate Pledge Arena during your trip to Seattle. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Seattle: Smith Tower Observatory Access Ticket
Top hotels in Portage Bay
Mayflower Park Hotel
Wonderful stay. Very clean, comfortable bed, friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Great location. Good service. Super clean rooms
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
spotless room very friendly staff
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Clean room, great staff, walking distance to everything
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Very good
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Staff was very friendly, great amenities including pool, coffee station, welcome cookies, shuttle to airport and snacks for early morning departure. Room was clean. Ask for higher floor, we had very loud upstairs neighbours and the hard wood floors make it louder. Shuttle service was on time and ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portage Bay
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture 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.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
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 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.
