Major Bellevue-Seattle Attractions

Area Seattle Things-To-Do Just Minutes from Bellevue Hotel. . .

Bellevue Washington is widely known as a "City in the Park," and offers almost 100 city parks, ten of them on the water. One of the parks is the famous 36 acre Bellevue Botanical Gardens, visited by enthusiasts from all over the world.

Popular Bellevue - Seattle attrac-tions include the Bellevue Arts Museum, the Pacific Northwest's center for the exploration of art, craft and design, Bellevue Square, considered one of the best malls in the country by many, with over 200 stores and many excellent restaurants including P.F. Chang's China Bistro and The Cheesecake Factory.

Bellevue Botanical Gardens   •   0.9 mi

12001 Main Street, Bellevue, WA    (425) 452-2750
The Bellevue Botanical Garden, which encompasses 36 acres of rolling hills, has appeared in national and international magazines and journals, attracts garden enthusiasts from all over the world. The Bellevue Botanical Garden is the perfect place for a quiet moment to enjoy the beauty of the Northwest. Visitors enjoy strolling the dramatic display gardens and serene woodlands, browsing the gift shop, touring with garden docents and participating in classes
Website: http://www.bellevuebotanical.org/

Bellevue Arts Museum   •   1.0 mi

510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA    (425) 519-0770
Bellevue Arts Museum is the Pacific Northwest's center for the exploration of art, craft and design through exhibitions, educational programs and partnerships, emphasizing the work of regional artists. The museum is located across from Bellevue Square in the heart of downtown Bellevue
Website: http://www.bellevuearts.org/

Bellevue Square  •  1.2 mi

Bellevue Way & 8th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA    (425) 454-2431
Considered one of the best malls in the country by many, Bellevue Square, or "Bel Square" as the locals say, is a wonderful place to shop. With over 200 stores and many excellent restaurants, you will be able to shop till you drop, recharge with a good meal, and start all over again. Bellevue Square features favorites like Nordstrom, Crate and Barrel, Macy's and Tiffany & Co., plus dozens of unique shops that you won't find anywhere else. Restaurants include P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Cheesecake Factory, Red Robin, and Ruth's Chris Steak House. Bellevue Square also offers concierge services, valet parking, a local shuttle bus, and children's play areas.
Website: http://www.bellevuesquare.com/index.php

Bellevue Parks   •   Varied Locations

Bellevue is widely known as a "City in the Park," and has preserved over 1,727 acres of parks and open spaces (nearly 100 parks), with nearly 40 miles of trails for walking or biking. Ten of these city parks are on the water. Bellevue Downtown park provides 20 acres of green space in the heart of downtown, with formal gardens, a 14-foot waterfall and a reflecting pool.
Website: http://www.ci.bellevue.wa.us/bellevue_parks.htm

Beaches   •   Varied Locations

Bellevue has at least six beaches, most of which offer fishing, swimming, and play & picnic areas. Enatai beach offers canoe & kayak rentals, and Newcastle beach is the largest, with many features that make it a great family fun destination in Bellevue.
Website: http://www.ci.bellevue.wa.us/beach_guide_lifeguard_sched.htm

Pike's Place Fish Market  •  10.3 mi

You can find them in attle’s Pike Place Market, a historic, open air market located in the heart of Seattle, Washington. People come from all over the world to see their world famous crew of fishmongers throwing fish and having fun with customers. They also come to buy some of the best seafood available anywhere in the world and have it shipped home.
Website: http://www.pikeplacefish.com/

Seattle Aquarium  •  10.4 mi

You can enjoy a hands-on marine experience and preservation education at the Seattle Aquarium. The Aquarium offers fun, exciting ways to discover more about the amazing Puget Sound that surrounds you! They offer many interesting events and programs sure to please the whole family.
Website: http://www.seattleaquarium.org/

Seattle Space Needle  •  11.1 mi

Built in 1962, the Space Needle served as the symbol of that year's World's Fair. It has since become the symbol of Seattle, and one of the most recognizable structures in the world. The privately owned Space Needle is managed by the Space Needle Corporation. The needle features an observation deck, restaurant, gift shop and more.
Website: http://www.spaceneedle.com/

Fun Forest Amusements  •  11.8 mi

This amusement park features a 25 foot climbing Wall, Max Flight rollercoaster simulator, Lazer Tag, Bumper Cars, Prize games, video games, mini-golf, kiddie rides and fun foods.
Website: http://www.funforest.com/

Woodland Park Zoological Gardens  •  12.5 mi

For more than 100 years, Woodland Park Zoo has been a cherished community resource and a unique urban oasis. Generations of Puget Sound families have come to the zoo to marvel at the animals and be inspired by the peaceful and beautiful surroundings. The zoo features more than 1,090 individual animals representing nearly 300 species. This conservation and education institution is open every day of the year. There are plenty of opportunities to visit the African Savannah exhibits, Raptor Center, Tropical Asia and Rain Forest.
Website: http://www.zoo.org/