Phinney Ridge Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Phinney Ridge
Popular places to visit
Woodland Park Zoo
From tiny poison dart frogs to majestic lions, this award-winning zoo in Seattle gives you the opportunity to walk among the world’s most fascinating wildlife.
Seattle Waterfront
This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
Pike Place Market
America’s oldest farmers’ market and a food lover’s paradise offering a cornucopia of stalls and shops right here in Seattle.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Phinney Ridge
Mediterranean Inn
"Hotel was great! Street noise and homeless not so great."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
"This Is My 2nd Stay At The Belmont Inn Within The Last 6 Months, The Room and Premises Are Always Clean, The Patrons Safety Is Always A Priority, The Staff Is Super Friendly and Accommodating, Also Everything Is The Room Is Great and Everything Works Properly As It Should For Guest 💪👍"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Nice place"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Rooms were full of dust."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
"Everyone that was part of the staff was WONDERFUL!! Plus, it's in such a walkable area, which is a definte perk. I definitely have a new favorite Seattle hotel."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Phinney Ridge
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.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by National Nordic Museum or Shilshole Bay Marina while you're exploring.
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.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture 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.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
