Bellevue travel guide
Bellevue Tourism | Bellevue Guide
You're Going to Love Bellevue
With a population of 122,363, Bellevue is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bellevue deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Bellevue
If you’re looking for affordable options, Maggiano's - Bellevue (10455 NE 8th Street) and Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Bellevue (430 106th Ave. NE) are great picks.
When to visit Bellevue
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bellevue in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 6.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Bellevue, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.
How to Get to Bellevue
Plane
When flying to Bellevue, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bellevue include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Bellevue departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 39m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bellevue. The train journey from Bellevue to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $29 for a 3h 07m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Bellevue is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 6 miles from Bellevue. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Seattle.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bellevue, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Bellevue takes 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $278 for a journey of 165 miles.
Airlines serving Bellevue
Where to stay in Bellevue
Average rates range from around $207 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $211 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Seattle Bellevue/Redmond and Extended Stay America Suites - Seattle - Redmond.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bellevue
Most booked hotels in Bellevue
Renting a car in Bellevue
Renting a car in Bellevue costs $45 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Bellevue.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Bellevue (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Bellevue is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Bellevue
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$26/day
Compact
4 Adults, 2 Bags
$27/day