Downtown Bellevue Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Bellevue
Popular places to visit
Bellevue Square
The buzzing heart of Bellevue, this multistory shopping complex houses brand stores, upscale dining establishments and entertainment for the whole family.
Lincoln Square
Shop high-end brands, watch a movie or dance the night away at this shopping and entertainment plaza in downtown Bellevue.
Bellevue City Hall
Bellevue City Hall is just one of the places to see in Bellevue, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Downtown Park
Escape the city and relax among the gorgeous green lawns, picnic areas and canals of this modern urban park.
The Shops at The Bravern
During your trip to Bellevue, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Shops at The Bravern. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Meydenbauer Center
After visiting Meydenbauer Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bellevue. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
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
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Bellevue
AC Hotel by Marriott Seattle Bellevue/Downtown
Room 324 - fan in bathroom doesn’t work. Told it to the front desk staff but the issue was never addressed.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Mediterranean Inn
The location is great. The transportation service was awesome.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
Very unsafe neighborhood and the hotel staff was extremely unhelpful on where a safe place to park my oversized truck. Crazy homeless person chased my truck through the parking area they suggested.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
They offer breakfast for an added fee. The restaurant is expensive. There is no room service. The rooms were okay. The line for check in and out was always a wait. Day or night.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Poor room conditions Air conditioning was not working It was very suffocating to stay
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Excellent staff, and an actual restaurant for breakfast, bed was much better than usual. Used the valet parking. Woke up, opened the app for my EV knowing I needed to find a charging station before starting the 200 mile trip home, only to discover that my car had been fully charged over night! ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bellevue
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Pike/Pine, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
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.
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.
First Hill
Well liked for its churches and live music, First Hill is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Neumos and Broadway, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.
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.
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.
