Visit West Ridge
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.
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.
University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle
Top hotels in West Ridge
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Loved the hotel. The staff were so kind, helpful and friendly. My only complaint was the control for the blackout curtain was bad. You had to press the button twice to get it to move 1 centimeter at a time. It literally took 20 minutes to close the curtain.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Nice spot for a much better rate than the neighboring hotels.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Executive Hotel Pacific
Attentive and friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Mayflower Park Hotel
Friendly staff, clean room, lots of character.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Professional and courteous staff at check in Room was comfortable and clean Great location
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Ridge
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.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Meany Hall 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 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.
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.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by Shilshole Bay Marina or Hiram M. Chittenden Locks while you're exploring.
West Ridge
- Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
- Space Needle
- Seattle Center
- Pike Place Market
- T-Mobile Park
- Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Microsoft Campus
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Paramount Theatre
- University of Washington Medical Center
- Seattle Aquarium
- Museum of Flight
