Downtown Seattle Travel Guide

Seattle

Downtown Seattle showing street scenes and central business district
Seattle Waterfront which includes cbd, boating and a marina
Seattle Public Library which includes 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 Centre, which you’ll find ideally situated in the lobby of the Washington State Convention Centre 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 Centre 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


Top hotels in Downtown Seattle

Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹13,686 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹13,686
₹16,151 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,442 reviews)
Too tam to assist! XD
"I saw them being very helpful to white guests. I however was not offered any help. The room was wonderful and the hotel was conviently located."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Executive Hotel Pacific
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹16,269 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹16,269
₹19,197 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,479 reviews)
"Room was a bit small but clean"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

4 out of 5
1301 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹15,081 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹15,081
₹17,795 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,594 reviews)
Fabulous
"Loved this hotel. The location is excellent, they luxury and cleanliness was also excellent. Breakfast was delicious. It ticked all my boxes. I will stay here the next time I visit Seattle"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹22,854 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹22,854
₹26,967 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,395 reviews)
"Out of all the hotels I’ve stayed at, the Hyatt Seattle has been my favorite. Kind and helpful staff and very convenient location!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Seattle
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹16,191 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹16,191
₹19,107 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,025 reviews)
A great stay
"The room was very clean, quiet & comfortable. The location was so convenient to the waterfront & many restaurants. The restaurant downstairs had a fabulous breakfast with great service. The only criticism I have: We asked for our final bill at check out to be split evenly 3 ways & that took an extremely ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

The Paramount Hotel
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹17,147 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹17,147
₹21,383 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,824 reviews)
"This Inn was located close to cruise terminal. For those without walking issues the places nearby were easily accessible. small rooms and elevator. But staff was very helpful and friendly. no breakfast but theres a place called Bisquit Bit_h right next door."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

The Belltown Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Seattle

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Denny Triangle

If you're spending time in Denny Triangle, check out sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.

Denny Triangle
Belltown which includes street scenes

Belltown

Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.

Belltown
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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 featuring heritage architecture, central business district 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 featuring a coastal town, a bay or harbour and boating

South Lake Union

4/5(13 area reviews)

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 featuring landscape views, 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 Travel Guide