Echo Lake Travel Guide
Seattle
Popular places to visit
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.
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
Seattle Highlights City Tour
Top hotels in Echo Lake
Mediterranean Inn
Stayed here recently and overall had a great experience. The location is perfect—there are plenty of bars and restaurants within walking distance, which made everything super convenient. Parking is available in the back, though the spaces are a bit tight, so just something to keep in mind if you ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Rooms were clean and spacious
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Starting with check, quick process and very polite, professional staff. Unfortunately the restaurant was not open the evening we were there. However, there are many restaurants and bars in an easy walking distance. We attended the Paramount Theater which was literally a 2 minute walk! Very convenient. ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
Lovely hotel not too far to from light train and the tourist sites.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
The view was good and room was cozy . There was a good amount of options for breakfast which was great! Even with buffet there were some really nice servers to give it a nice feel. Very lovely, I recommend choosing Crowne plaza!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Breakfast was good. The kids enjoyed it
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Echo Lake
Northgate
Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by Ballard Building or National Nordic Museum while you're exploring.
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.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater 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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
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.
