Westlake Travel Guide
Seattle
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
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
Top hotels in Westlake
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown Lake Union
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Executive Hotel Pacific
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Coast Gateway Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westlake
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.
Lower Queen Anne
While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Space Needle and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.
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.
Denny Triangle
If you're spending time in Denny Triangle, check out sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Lake View Cemetery - Bruce Lee's Grave 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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
- Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
- Space Needle
- Pike Place Market
- University of Washington
- Seattle Center
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Alderwood Mall
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Seattle University
- WaMu Theater
- T-Mobile USA Headquarters
- Museum of Flight
- University of Washington Medical Center