Eastlake, Seattle

Name: Eastlake
Address: Seattle, United States

#449 among attractions in Seattle

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Eastlake is a neighborhood in Seattle, Washington, so named because of its location on the eastern shore of Lake Union. Its main thoroughfare is Eastlake Avenue E. which runs from Howell Street at the northeast corner of Downtown north over the University Bridge to the University District, where it connects to Roosevelt Way N.E. and 11th Avenue N.E. A second thoroughfare is Boylston Avenue E.; as an arterial, it parallels Interstate 5 for the four blocks between E. Newton Street to the south and E. Roanoke Street to the north, acting as an extension of Capitol Hill's Lakeview Boulevard E. ()

Established: 1891 (133 years ago)Area: 0.95 mi²Coordinates: 47°38'27"N, 122°19'34"W

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Eastlake – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gas Works Park, Lake Union, Seattle Asian Art Museum, Graves of Bruce and Brandon Lee.

0.5 miNW
Sweeping city views from a picnic spot
Gas Works Park, Seattle
14 min walk • Gas Works Park, a distinctive landmark in Seattle, United States, offers a unique blend of industrial history and public recreation. This 19.1-acre park is situated on the north shore of Lake Union and provides an unparalleled urban oasis with a twist.
0.4 miW
Scenic waters for recreational boating
Lake Union, Seattle
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle, Lake Union stands as a shimmering centerpiece, a hub of maritime activity and urban life. This freshwater lake is flanked by bustling neighborhoods, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and city convenience.
0.9 miSE
Asian art in a 1930s art deco building
Seattle Asian Art Museum, Seattle
24 min walk • Nestled in the verdant expanse of Seattle's Volunteer Park, the Seattle Asian Art Museum is a cultural gem that beckons art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This museum is dedicated to the rich artistic heritage of Asia, showcasing an impressive collection that...
0.7 miSE
Memorial
Graves of Bruce and Brandon Lee, Seattle
18 min walk • Nestled within the serene Lake View Cemetery in Seattle, Washington, lie the graves of martial arts legend Bruce Lee and his son, actor Brandon Lee. This tranquil resting place for the father and son has become a pilgrimage site for fans from around the globe, paying...
1.2 miS
Gay village
Capitol Hill, Seattle
32 min walk • Capitol Hill is a densely populated residential district in Seattle, Washington, United States. One of the city's most popular nightlife and entertainment districts, it is home to a historic gay village and vibrant counterculture community.
0.7 miS
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle
17 min walk • St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral in Seattle, Washington, is the seat of the bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia. St. Mark's was founded as a mission church of Trinity Parish Church.
0.7 miS
Bridge
Fairview Avenue North Bridge, Seattle
18 min walk • The Fairview Avenue North Bridge is a road bridge in the Eastlake neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, United States, crossing a shallow arm of Lake Union. The original timber-pile bridge was built in 1948 and expanded with a concrete span in 1963. Both bridges were replaced by a new span that opened in 2021.
0.4 miS
Park
I-5 Colonnade, Seattle
11 min walk • I-5 Colonnade in Seattle, Washington, United States, is a 7.5-acre city park underneath Interstate 5 connecting the Capitol Hill and Eastlake neighborhoods, which were divided by the freeway in the 1960s. It stretches south of E. Howe Street to E.
0.7 miSE
Reportedly haunted, Cemetery
Lake View Cemetery, Seattle
18 min walk • Lake View Cemetery is a private cemetery located in Seattle, Washington, in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, just north of Volunteer Park. Known as "Seattle's Pioneer Cemetery," it is run by an independent, non-profit association.
0.8 miS
Park
Lakeview Place, Seattle
21 min walk • Lakeview Place is a 185-square-foot park in Seattle, Washington. According to the city parks department as of 2013, it was the smallest park in Seattle.
0.8 miSE
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Volunteer Park Conservatory, Seattle
20 min walk • The Volunteer Park Conservatory is a botanical garden, conservatory, and Seattle landmark located in Seattle, Washington at the north end of Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill.

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Which popular attractions are close to Eastlake?

Nearby attractions include Washington's 43rd legislative district, Seattle (8 min walk), Terry Pettus Park, Seattle (9 min walk), Roanoke Park, Seattle (9 min walk), Adventuress, Seattle (11 min walk).

How to get to Eastlake by public transport?

The nearest stations to Eastlake:

Bus

Westlake Ave N & Crockett St • Lines: 40 (19 min walk)
Wallingford Ave N & N 35th St • Lines: 31, 32 (20 min walk)

Tram

Fairview & Campus Drive • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (25 min walk)
Lake Union Park • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (29 min walk)

Light rail

University of Washington • Lines: 1 (31 min walk)