Bellevue routinely shows up near the top of various lists for the best places to live in the country. The "city in a park" with the high-rises and retail options downtown offers residents and visitors many ways to pass the time. At the same time, this high-tech hub and regional employment center is a magnet for businesses big and small.

 

Downtown Park

Our cultural and recreational highlights, along with general background about the city and its history, are available here (links on the left or under "read more"). Included are: