Get Inside the Technological Mecca: Microsoft Headquarters!
Visual Studio Live! returns to Microsoft Headquarters in Redmond, Washington in 2023 for more in-depth, behind the scenes developer training by technical experts and Microsoft insiders.
Conference Location
Microsoft Commons Mixer Building (Building 98)
Learning Center (Building 92)
15255 NE 40th Street
Redmond, WA 98052
Reception: 425.707.4945
Hotel Information
Hyatt Regency Bellevue
900 Bellevue Way N.E.
Bellevue, WA 98004
The Hyatt Regency Bellevue is currently Sold Out and rooms in the Visual Studio Live! Room Block are no longer available.
Alternate hotels in walking distance of Hyatt Bellevue and the shuttle to the Microsoft campus:
Courtyard Seattle Bellevue/Downtown
11010 NE 8th Street, Bellevue, WA 98004
Hilton Garden Inn Seattle Bellevue/Downtown
10777 Northeast 10th Street, Bellevue, WA, 98004
La Residence Suite Hotel
475 – 100th Ave NE
Bellevue, Washington 98004
There are also a number of hotels available in the Redmond/Bellevue area if you will be renting a car.
The conference will take place at the Microsoft Mixer (Building 98), 15255 NE 40th Street, Redmond, WA, and complimentary parking is available in the underground parking lot below the Mixer.
Check TripAdvisor or Travelocity for options and availability.
Travel
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Taxi Service one way fare from SEA Airport to the Hyatt Regency Bellevue is ~$55.00 - $75.00.
Taxi Service one way fare from SEA Airport to the Microsoft Campus (Building 33) is ~$55.00 - $65.00.
Avis Rent-a-Car is offering a discount on car rental for Visual Studio Live! @ Microsoft HQ attendees. To receive the discounted rates, call Avis at 800.331.1600 and use the Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number D005872, or click here to make your reservation online.
Weather and Dress
Dress for Visual Studio Live! @ Microsoft HQ is casual. Redmond, WA enjoys moderate to warm weather in July, with daytime temperatures that typically average 77 degrees Fahrenheit and evenings that average in the high 50s. Temperatures inside the meeting rooms can vary greatly, so please plan your attire accordingly.
Shuttle Service to and from the Microsoft Campus
VSLive! will be providing daily complimentary shuttle transportation between the Hyatt Regency Bellevue and the Microsoft Campus. This shuttle service will be available to all attendees with a valid conference badge.
Parking at the Microsoft Commons
Parking is available under the Microsoft Commons. All attendees must enter the Microsoft Commons through the main entrance.
Parking at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue
Self-parking is $32.00 per day for Sunday night through Thursday night stays (plus applicable taxes) Friday and Saturday night stays are complimentary (8pm Friday until 12am Sunday).
Valet Parking at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue is $42.00 per day (plus applicable taxes).
Discover Redmond and Seattle Washington
From the iconic Space Needle to the awesome Experience Music Project, you'll find plenty to do in your off-hours in the Pacific Northwest.
Can't wait to take in all the wonderful things Redmond, Bellevue, and the "Emerald City" have to offer? Find out more at visitseattle.org.