Rainier Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rainier Beach
Popular places to visit
Kubota Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kubota Garden, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
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.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Our pick of the best Rainier Beach Hotel Deals
Mayflower Park Hotel
Excellent location friendly staff in a classic hotel
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
clean room excellent location , friendly staff, onsite parking
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Room was good. Elevators are pretty dirty though.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Very nice and staff was amazing
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Cute place, near downtown, walking distance to everything. Clean, great staff, will visit again
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Room 616 was in rough shape. Needs a refresh and repairs and some proper cleaning and tightening of hardware. If your out all day and need a budget stay then this would be the hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainier Beach
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like 8th Avenue South Street End or Lake Washington, 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.
West Seattle
West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like West Seattle Golf Course and Alki Beach.
