A Destination on the Rise
Bellevue, Washington, has officially surpassed its pre-pandemic tourism benchmarks, marking a significant turning point for the city as a premier destination for both leisure and business travelers. Visit Bellevue is proud to announce the release of our 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of record-breaking tourism growth, innovative marketing, and new visitor experiences.
Key Highlights from 2024:
- 2.2 million overnight visitors, driving $1.9 billion in economic impact
- 75,000 future contracted room nights, boosting Bellevue’s meetings and conventions sector
- 970 million marketing impressions and a 183% increase in website traffic
- Successful launches of Bellevue Lake Cruises, Savor Bellevue Food Tours, and the Bellevue Airport Shuttle
- Expansion into international markets, including a first-ever marketing campaign in Japan and the launch of Belle the Bobcat
With Bellevue’s tourism industry stronger than ever, we’re excited to continue elevating the city as a premier leisure, business, and cultural destination.