Downtown Seattle

Seattle

Downtown Seattle featuring street scenes and central business district
Seattle Waterfront showing sailing, a marina and boating
Seattle Public Library featuring modern architecture and a city
Downtown Seattle
Downtown Seattle
Enjoy the lush public spaces, the shops, the fashionable bars and restaurants, as well as the fine views across the Puget Sound in the heart of this pristine city.

Despite the tranquil, natural surroundings in which the modern city is cosily nestled, Seattle is a vibrant destination, its downtown an important American business and retail centre. A perfect blend of urban parks and plazas along with tall skyscrapers and traditional old West Coast architecture, Seattle is widely adored for being easy on the eye.

Begin your visit to Downtown Seattle by checking in at the Visitor Information Center, which you’ll find ideally situated in the lobby of the Washington State Convention Center on 7th Avenue and Pike Street. Here you’ll be able to grab a walking map of the downtown area as well as have a look at what’s on during your stay in the city.

Scores of set-piece festivals are held here each and every year, from the huge urban arts festival Bumbershoot to the prestigious Seattle International Film Festival. At nearby Benaroya Hall meanwhile you can go and enjoy regular music performances, whilst the outdoor public shows on the waterfront offer classical and contemporary music and everything in between all summer long.

Downtown Seattle is a true shopping heaven, with over a thousand retail outfits from flagship stores like Nordstrom, Macy’s and REI all the way to lovely little boutiques where you’ll find all sorts on offer. The Westlake Center comes alive particularly during the run-up to Christmas, with carousel rides among the festivities to be enjoyed.

If shops aren’t your thing, pay a trip to the Seattle Art Museum. Alternatively if you’re bringing the family then get on board the Monorail and go see the Space Needle less than two kilometres to the north of Downtown Seattle. There are around 150 restaurants of all kinds around this district, making it a paradise for food lovers. Pike Place Market is a particular treat where you can go and savour fresh food from across the region whilst enjoying the view across Puget Sound.

An ideal location in which to base yourself on your visit to the city, Downtown Seattle incorporates Capitol Hill and Belltown to the north right down to Pioneer Square in the south.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Seattle

The Paramount Hotel
The Paramount Hotel
3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St, Seattle, WA
The price is P7,343 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P7,343
P8,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,877 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

The Paramount Hotel
The Belltown Inn
The Belltown Inn
2.5 out of 5
2301 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is P6,203 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P6,203
P7,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,580 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Nicely updated. Great location"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

The Belltown Inn
Mediterranean Inn
Mediterranean Inn
3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
The price is P7,907 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
P7,907
P9,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,170 reviews)
"Close to the arena"

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025

Mediterranean Inn
Mayflower Park Hotel
Mayflower Park Hotel
4 out of 5
405 Olive Way, Seattle, WA
The price is P8,639 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P8,639
P10,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,224 reviews)
"Lovely"

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025

Mayflower Park Hotel
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Hyatt Regency Seattle
4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
The price is P11,303 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P11,303
P13,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,438 reviews)
"very convenient and safety."

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
4 out of 5
1301 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is P6,225 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P6,225
P7,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,231 reviews)
"Great staff and good service"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Seattle

Hot Cakes is my jam! The molten cakes here at absolutely delectable. They are so rich and innovative in terms of flavor. This one was the dark chocolate one

Denny Triangle

While you're in Denny Triangle, take in top sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.

Denny Triangle
Belltown featuring street scenes

Belltown

Belltown is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.

Belltown
General Porpoise offers delicious cream filled doughnuts of all different flavors. Though a bit on the expensive side--one doughnut is about $5--it makes for a great treat every once in a while. My personal favorite is the vanilla custard!

First Hill

Well-liked for its churches and live music, First Hill is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Saint James Cathedral and Neumos, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.

First Hill
Pioneer Square showing central business district, heritage architecture and street scenes

Pioneer Square

Shopping, museums, and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.

Pioneer Square
South Lake Union which includes a bay or harbor, a coastal town and boating

South Lake Union

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.

South Lake Union
Kerry Park showing snow, mountains and a city

Lower Queen Anne

While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Space Needle and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.

Lower Queen Anne


Downtown Seattle