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The Perfect Weekend in Bellevue
Two days, three meals, one botanical garden, and a sunset on Lake Washington.
Friday night
Start at Daniel's Broiler for a steak with a skyline view, then walk over to Lucky Strike for a cocktail and a round of bowling.
Saturday morning
Grab a croissant at Belle Pastry in Old Bellevue, then wander Main Street's boutiques. Around lunch, head to Din Tai Fung for dumplings.
Saturday afternoon
Walk off lunch at the Bellevue Botanical Garden — free, gorgeous, and big enough to lose an hour in. End the day with sunset paddles at Meydenbauer Bay Park.
Sunday
Brunch at Monsoon East, then take the kids to KidsQuest or hike Coal Creek if it's dry.
Where to stay
If you are making a weekend of it, our guide to where to stay in Bellevue sorts the 14 hotels we cover by area and trip type.
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