Rainier Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rainier Valley
Popular places to visit
Kubota Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kubota Garden, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Mount Baker Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mount Baker Beach during your trip to Seattle?
Genesee Dog Park
Genesee Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Martin Luther King, Jr. County
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Martin Luther King, Jr. County.
Amy Yee Tennis Center
Catch an event at Amy Yee Tennis Center during your trip to Seattle.
Colman Park
After visiting Colman Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Anacortes: Whale and Orca Boat Tour near Seattle
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Our pick of the best Rainier Valley Hotel Deals
Mediterranean Inn
Plenty of food to within walking distance
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
Centrally located.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
No complimentary breakfast, food that was available was extremely expensive! Cheeseburger was overly done and burnt, asked for medium cooked. Service was slow
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
I surprised that this hotel had a 8.2 rating. The lobby was nice, small but clean. There are stairs, no ramp, to the elevators. Which makes it difficult for getting your suitcases and extras to your room. They have kiosks for checking in and they don't work and only one person working the desk. This ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Other than location, the Paramount hotel was pretty average. The one big thing that makes or breaks our stay is the staff and how they treat you. My wife and I felt whenever we approached the staff, it was almost as if we were interrupting them and they had short sharp responses, not overly helpful ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
It was a great hotel, clean and in a good location
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainier Valley
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or 8th Avenue South Street End, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.
Industrial District
While you're in Industrial District, take in top sights like T-Mobile Park or Showbox SoDo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SoDo Station or Stadium Station.
SoDo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium Station to see more of the area.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
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.
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 Neumos and Broadway, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.
