Belltown Travel Guide

Seattle

Belltown which includes street scenes
Belltown
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Belltown featuring signage, heritage architecture and street scenes
Belltown

Seattle’s ultra-modern side is evident in this neighbourhood, where an active arts and partying scene thrives amid its shining skyscrapers.

Belltown is a bustling, frenetic district with plenty going on. During the day, its streets throng with workers heading to the offices that line its avenues. At night, the roads are equally busy with crowds on their way to its jazz bars, trendy pubs and party venues. Stroll around its streets, sip a cold brew in a cool café and explore its many art galleries.

The area where Belltown is today used to be too steep for development, so city planners changed its elevation. The neighborhood began to flourish in the 1970s when skyscrapers went up and young professionals moved in.

Enjoy the artistic side of Seattle, starting in the Olympic Sculpture Park. This stunning open-air gallery is set on the scenic quayside and is free to enter throughout the year. Get creative at the Seattle Glassblowing Studio, which runs interactive workshops for all ages.

Head down tree-lined 1st Avenue, the commercial hub of Belltown, to find a diverse array of shops and bars. Embark on a culinary tour of the world, trying dishes from Japan, Italy and Mexico, as well as other global dining options.

Roam the neighborhood and pass educational establishments like Antioch University and the City University of Seattle. The district also houses gleaming high-rises that host big businesses such as Amazon.

At night, choose between a variety of bars and music venues. Begin with a drink at a Prohibition-style speakeasy then move on to a traditional bar. Watch a film at the vintage Cinerama, recognizable by the bright murals on its façade.

Belltown is one of Seattle’s most central neighborhoods. Buses travel through it regularly and streetcars move up Westlake Avenue. Stay here and you’ll be perfectly placed to reach Seattle’s headline attractions such as the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, which are found directly outside its limits.

Belltown is small enough that exploring all of its major sights on foot is remarkably easy. Wander around and discover the neighborhood’s many charms at your own pace.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Belltown

The Belltown Inn
The Belltown Inn
2.5 out of 5
2301 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is Rp2.139.810 per night from 26 May to 27 May
Rp2.139.810
Rp2.668.392 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,679 reviews)
"Easy check in process, clean rooms, great amenities, friendly staff. Thank you!!! 😁"

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

The Belltown Inn
Warwick Seattle
Warwick Seattle
3.5 out of 5
401 Lenora St, Seattle, WA
The price is Rp1.954.316 per night from 25 May to 26 May
Rp1.954.316
Rp2.880.794 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (717 reviews)
Happy in Seattle
"Definitely recommend this hotel. Excellent location to restaurants, Space Needle and the waterfront. Service was great and room was clean and spacious. Bed was comfortable and we had a nice view of the city and Puget Sound. Price was right and we will definitely stay here again when we visit ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

Warwick Seattle
Staypineapple, Hotel FIVE, Downtown Seattle
Staypineapple, Hotel FIVE, Downtown Seattle
3.5 out of 5
2200 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is Rp1.675.246 per night from 26 May to 27 May
Rp1.675.246
Rp2.454.935 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Seattle. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,264 reviews)
"The staff was friendly, check in was a breeze And room was clean. The hotel did lack an ice machine, microwave and refrigeration so that was a bummer."

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Staypineapple, Hotel FIVE, Downtown Seattle
Mayflower Park Hotel
Mayflower Park Hotel
4 out of 5
405 Olive Way, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.471.878 per night from 29 May to 30 May
Rp2.471.878
Rp2.916.817 total
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,249 reviews)
"Great service. Awesome hotel"

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Mayflower Park Hotel
Seattle Marriott Waterfront
Seattle Marriott Waterfront
4 out of 5
2100 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA
The price is Rp4.157.062 per night from 26 May to 27 May
Rp4.157.062
Rp5.395.404 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy 24-hour room service, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Seattle Marriott Waterfront
Hotel Andra Seattle - MGallery Collection
Hotel Andra Seattle - MGallery Collection
4 out of 5
2000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA
The price is Rp3.279.276 per night from 26 May to 27 May
Rp3.279.276
Rp3.869.546 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,246 reviews)
"Excellent hotel."

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Hotel Andra Seattle - MGallery Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Belltown

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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.

Denny Triangle
Downtown Seattle showing street scenes and central business district

Downtown Seattle

4/5(177 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Seattle
Kerry Park featuring landscape views, mountains and a 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.

Lower Queen Anne
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First Hill

Well liked for its churches and live music, First Hill is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Saint James Cathedral and Neumos, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.

First Hill
South Lake Union featuring a coastal town, a bay or harbour and boating

South Lake Union

4/5(13 area reviews)

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.

South Lake Union
Pioneer Square featuring heritage architecture, central business district and street scenes

Pioneer Square

Shopping, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.

Pioneer Square

Belltown Travel Guide