Seattle Neighborhood Guide
Tucked inside the retail hub of 2200 Plaza, Denny Park Hotel is perfectly positioned to help you explore the bustling South Lake Union neighborhood and beyond. Take advantage of our complimentary car service to explore the sights and sounds of the Emerald City.
301 Mercer St
206-441-2424
See a performance of familiar classics or world premieres by Seattle’s preeminent ballet company at the stunning McCaw Hall. Serious dance enthusiasts may even want to take a ballet class.
325 5th Ave N
206-770-2700
Pop culture fans will love MoPOP, which explores everything from the impact of Star Trek on culture, to Nirvana’s musical influence. MoPOP also showcases such artifacts as the original manuscript for Game of Thrones and rare Jimi Hendrix interview clips.
1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59
206-386-4300
Kids and parents alike love spending the day at the Seattle Aquarium, which does a particularly nice job of highlighting the area’s unique wildlife, including mysterious six-gill sharks, the local orca population and common marine life in the Puget Sound.
200 University St.
206-215-4700
For more than a century Seattle’s symphony has been performing concertos, operas and full symphonies ranging from Tchaikovsky to Richard Strauss. If you can’t attend a performance, you can at least arrange for a guided tour of the symphony’s Benaroya Hall. Seattle Symphony:
1300 First Ave
206-654-1300
Stop by to see everything exhibited at the Seattle Art Museum (or SAM, as its affectionately called), though the institute’s collection of Native American works is particularly enjoyable.
860 Terry Ave N
206-324-1126
Seattle has long been known as a center for innovation, making it the perfect city for the Museum of History and Industry. Learn about the development of Boeing (from flying boats to Dreamliners) the evolution of urban palates, and how the Puget Sound region defined this city.
719 S King St
206-623-5124
Learn about the unique Asian-American experience, and how immigrants from across the globe shaped the development of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. A mix of exhibitions, guided tours and regular events and discussions makes this a particularly enriching museum. Learn more
704 Terry Ave
206-622-9250
Fans of 19th- and 20th-century artwork will love the tightly focused displays of French, American, and German paintings at the Frye Art Museum. Residents Charles and Emma Frye gifted their stunning private collection to the city, and it continues to be one of Seattle’s finest art museums since its 1952 opening.
321 Mercer Street
206-389-7676
Whether you want to see a fantastical performance of Mozart’s The Magic Flute or catch a pre-performance talk, the Seattle Opera has been delighting locals and visitors alike since 1963.
506 Second Ave.
206-624-0414
Before there was the Space Needle, there was Smith Tower, now a historic skyscraper with a 360-degree Observatory. It’s the oldest skyscraper in Seattle and still quite tall, at 38 stories (484-feet).
1010 Valley St.
206-382-2628
In addition to the boathouse and gallery, visitors to CWB can actually rent a small, wooden boat at the museum and explore the nearby Lake Union and Saratoga Passage.
203 Dexter Ave
206-652-5855
Specializing in in contemporary fine art, this fine art gallery represents a mix of media (paintings, photography, sculpture) from more than 30 artists. Also features rotating exhibitions.
1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59
206-386-4300
Kids and parents alike love spending the day at the Seattle Aquarium, which does a particularly nice job of highlighting the area’s unique wildlife, including mysterious six-gill sharks, the local orca population and common marine life in the Puget Sound.
506 Second Ave.
206-624-0414
Before there was the Space Needle, there was Smith Tower, now a historic skyscraper with a 360-degree Observatory. It’s the oldest skyscraper in Seattle and still quite tall, at 38 stories (484-feet).
85 Pike St Room 500
206-682-7453
Seattle’s original farmer’s market has become one of Seattle’s hippest spots, with a collection of crafts vendors, restaurants, specialty food purveyors and—of course—farmer’s markets, all spread across the 17-acre historic district.
305 Harrison Street
206-753-4935
After visiting the famous Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit, grab a table at the museum’s colorful Collections Cafe, which serves classic American plates (burgers, chopped salad, clam chowder) alongside pork belly char siu, crab benedict and cheese curds.
2001 Westlake Ave
206-456-6300
Be transported to the Italian Riviera at the oyster bar which, in addition to oysters on the half shell, sells Dungeness crab legs, white sturgeon caviar and Alaskan King Crab legs. All the pastas—gnocchi, fettuccine, spaghetti, bucatini, agnolotti—are house-made, as is the daily-baked bread.
350 Terry Ave
206-913-2250
For Southwestern and Mexican fare in South Lake Union, reserve a table at Cactus. Stick to items from the Features Menu, specials guaranteed to showcase what’s seasonal in the Pacific Northwest.
1940 Westlake Ave
206-770-9000
The vibe at Barolo is modern and upscale, with Italian glass chandeliers, dark wood, and white tablecloths making this a perfect date-night spot. It also has a great value happy hour, when the entire bar menu is 50 percent off and select glasses of wine sell for under $5.
429 Westlake Ave
206-267-5300
Serving farm-to-table cuisine — including duck confit, boar bolognese, and some of the best fries in the city — in a relaxed setting, Re:public is a standout option in South Lake Union. During Happy Hour, between 4 and 6 p.m, well drinks sell for $5, beer starts at $2.50, and the house wines go for a cool $6 a glass.
2121 Westlake Ave
206-209-5990
An upscale steakhouse with an adjacent butcher shop, diners come here for the meat-focused menu, which even has “tasting flights” of Manhattan-cut New York steaks, ribeyes, and 5-star cuts.
2200 Westlake Ave
206-624-4422
Since 2007, Tutta Bella has been serving authentic Neapolitan pizzas. Grab a seat at the 30-seat chef’s table to watch finished pies come out of the wood-fired oven.
2210 Westlake Ave
206-621-9700
Located in 2200 Plaza, Whole Foods is known for selling organic and specialty foods. At this location, special events range from free cheese and wine tastings to brewer’s night with local brewing company Hop Valley.
510 Pike St
(206) 422-0736
Monorail Espresso is a beloved Seattle coffee spot known for its rich, handcrafted espresso drinks served from a cozy walk-up window near Pike Place Market.
1511 5th Ave
206-508-0018
Apparel chain with its own line of stylish, edgy apparel, including leather jackets in many styles.
1514 Pike Pl #13
206-448-2529
Earth Wind & Fire Boutique is a unique women’s retail store offering specialty clothing, jewelry, and accessories. We are a sophisticated gem nestled in the heart of the world-famous Pike Place Market in beautiful downtown Seattle, Washington.
86 Pine St
206-443-0563
Boutique shopping at its best, with everything from jewelry and accessories to the latest in fashion trends head to toe.
1513 6th Ave
206-223-1461
A family clothing store-turned upscale boutique for both men and women, Marios sells clothing, jewelry, and more from a wide mix of fashion houses. Come here for the classics (Armani, Bottega Veneta) and the newcomers (Rag & Bone, Helmut Lang, 3.1 Philip Lim).
500 Pine St
206-628-2111
What was once a Seattle-based shoe shop is now an international luxury department store. In addition to shopping, visitors checking out the Downtown Seattle location can visit the on-site day spa, the wedding suite or one of four restaurants and cafes.
600 Pine St
206-652-1300
This five-story, upscale shopping complex is home to a number of designer brands, including Coach, Tiffany & Co., and Barneys. Visitors can take a shopping break at the AMC cinema.
1006 Western Ave
206-652-4664
Where distinctive style meets timeless appeal; showcasing a sophisticated collection of international designers and exquisite “finery” to accent every outfit. The Finerie offers both men and women’s attire; from day into evening, whether you enjoy a casual or more formal look.
500 Pine Street Nordstrom, Ground Floor
206-624-0881
Valentino’s fashion is displayed through the Haute Couture and Prêt-à-Porter lines for women and for men and through the Valentino Garavani accessories lines that include shoes, bags, small leather goods, eyewear, scarves, ties and fragrances.
400 Pine St
206-467-1600
Westlake Center is a four-story shopping center and 25-story office tower in downtown Seattle, Washington, United States. The southern terminus of the Seattle Center Monorail, it is located across Pine Street from Westlake Park, between 4th and 5th Avenues.