Alki Travel Guide
Seattle





Popular places to visit

Alki Point Lighthouse
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Alki Point Lighthouse in Seattle. Stroll along the seaside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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.

Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.

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.
Things to do

Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline

Sky View Observatory Tickets
Top hotels in Alki

Mediterranean Inn
"We only stayed one night but it was great hotel. The roof has beautiful views. Many amenities."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

The Belltown Inn
"Nice boutique hotel in the heart of Belltown. Close to the Pike Place market and a short walk to the light rail. Plenty of bars and food nearby."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Convenient for the airport with transfer bus provided."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
"Pod machine did not work. Restaurant and bar was ok. Sat at the bar and literally watched 6 sets of clients walked out the door. Many people in the lobby kept commenting that the restaurant was closed when it actually was open. Set up needs to be changed. Lot of money walked out the door. Hotel was ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

The Paramount Hotel
"Love the location. Its central to most things downtown which is super convenient for hitting the stops. Service was great, very helpful and friendly staff. Only issue on the trip was one elevator was down and it was very slow trying to use one elevator. Overall we liked it and would stay again"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Fairmont Olympic Hotel
"Great location"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alki

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

