Rainier Beach Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Rainier Beach
Popular places to visit
Kubota Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kubota Garden, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the entertainment choices 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.
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.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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 CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Top hotels in Rainier Beach
The Belltown Inn
"Nice property!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"Great location to be able to walk around before going on a cruise. Needs to at least get dual queen beds, dual kings would even be better. (Dual doubles only)"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"The DoubleTree was incredibly convenient and close to the airport, making it a very practical choice for our travels. The hotel itself is quite large, which is great for amenities, but it is worth noting for future guests that a late-night check-in might mean you get assigned a room at the absolute ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Staff was great. No elevators on check in floor which got annoying but it was fine. Air conditioning wasn’t working and room was stifling! Great location and plenty of places to eat and drink. Cheap cruise transport as well."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
"Clean and beautiful with lovely food options, though none of them complimentary. Convenient location and very helpful staff."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
"I felt great because Front Desk Louis was so kind."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainier Beach
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or 8th Avenue South Street End, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.
Industrial District
While you're in Industrial District, take in top sights like T-Mobile Park or Showbox SoDo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SoDo Station or Stadium Station.
SoDo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium 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.
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.
West Seattle
West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like West Seattle Golf Course and Alki Beach.
