Columbia City Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Columbia City
Popular places to visit
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Seattle Waterfront
This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
Pike Place Market
America’s oldest farmers’ market and a food lover’s paradise offering a cornucopia of stalls and shops right here in Seattle.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Columbia City
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Staff, location, amenities! We were in town for the football game, and the atmosphere was so fun and engaging. 10/10 a must stay
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Seamless registration. Great breakfast. Very comfortable bed and pillows.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Everything I booked was as expected and described
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Very good experiamce very clean amd friendly
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Yes! The room was clean. Staff was helpful when needed something and amazing at greeting every time entering and leaving the hotel. Always a good stay with the CitizenM. Will be booking again in the future. Thank you !
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Great stay clean room and great restaurants
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Columbia City
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Georgetown Arts & Cultural Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.
Industrial District
While you're in Industrial District, take in top sights like T-Mobile Park or Showbox SoDo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SoDo Station or Stadium Station.
SoDo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium Station to see more of the area.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Redhawk Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
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.
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 Neumos and Broadway, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.
