Downtown Kirkland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Marina Park
Amble along a crescent of green by the shores of Lake Washington for a scenic lunch spot and watch performances beneath a beautiful pavilion.
Kirkland Urban
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Kirkland Urban during your trip to Kirkland.
Peter Kirk Park
Peter Kirk Park is just one of the places to see in Kirkland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Kirkland
Mediterranean Inn
"Nice hotel near the Seattle Cruise Terminal. Staff is friendly and helpful. Nice roof top garden and view."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
"Staff helpful and accommodating."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"The pillow was terrible. It was not a pillow. It was a pillowcase and property is pretty old devices are very old and very loud noise every time the neighbor took a shower or we took a shower or use the toilet sound like horrible through the walls. sleeping was very bad."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Very noisy room, the window cannot be fully closed, NO air conditioning! Absolutely the worse experience I've ever had... and the front desk was not helping at all. Worst experience ever."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
"Clean and beautiful with lovely food options, though none of them complimentary. Convenient location and very helpful staff."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
"Wonderful"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kirkland
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
South Lake Union
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Northwest Seaport and Amazon Corporate Headquarters, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.
