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.

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
Lumen Field is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
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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 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.

Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.