Visit Portage Bay
Popular places to visit
Roanoke Park
After visiting Roanoke Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Discover the entertainment choices 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.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle 2-Can-Go
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
All Day VIP Pass to Original Selfie Museum Seattle
Top hotels in Portage Bay
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Everything was at the highest level.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Only downside was the parking and having to walk a couple blocks other than that I lived it.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Staff was nice, room was clean.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Parking was not available for most nights that was major inconvenience to my out of state trip . This was not accommodated with any refunds or any assistance from the hotel staff .
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Clean room, staff were very friendly
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portage Bay
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.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and sporting events 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.
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.
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.
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.
