Phinney Ridge Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Phinney Ridge
Popular places to visit
Woodland Park Zoo
From tiny poison dart frogs to majestic lions, this award-winning zoo in Seattle gives you the opportunity to walk among the world’s most fascinating wildlife.
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.
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.
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.
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
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
Top hotels in Phinney Ridge
Mayflower Park Hotel
Excellent stay! The Queen suite was wonderful and Savannah at the front desk and the valet folks great! Perfect location and the city. Will return for sure!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
The room sucked staff wasn't friendly
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
The room was nice, and the staff was wonderful! Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Great place
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Staff was great. The concierge Warren gave me food recommendations to explore nearby.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
I want to say the staff was great, but the room was in terrible condition. First off the main outlet was not working. So the lamps connected to the bed frame, the alarm clock, and charger were not working. After two maintenance people came by the solution ended up being to use an extension chord ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Phinney Ridge
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.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by National Nordic Museum or Shilshole Bay Marina while you're exploring.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Climate Pledge Arena and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
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.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
