Pioneer Square Travel Guide

Seattle

Pioneer Square featuring heritage architecture, central business district and street scenes
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square featuring city views, street scenes and heritage architecture
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square
Love history? Head for Pioneer Square, the oldest neighbourhood in Seattle.

Pioneer Square was established in 1852, though we must say it’s held its age well. Brick buildings never really go out of style, and these days they house all sorts of galleries, shops and cafes. See important aspects of the city’s storied past by walking along the Trail to Treasure, then feel free to gape a bit at a waterfall in the middle of the city. Yes, a real waterfall—albeit manmade—takes centre stage at Waterfall Garden Park, and yes, you definitely want to get a picture with it.

Popular places to visit

Pioneer Square

Pioneer Square

4/5(37 reviews)

The place where Seattle’s story began, the city’s oldest neighbourhood and part of the National Historic District overlooking the stunning Elliot Bay.

Pioneer Square
Columbia Center

Columbia Center

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Seattle with a stop at Columbia Center. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

Columbia Center
Smith Tower

Smith Tower

You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Smith Tower. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Smith Tower
Sky View Observatory

Sky View Observatory

Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Sky View Observatory. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Sky View Observatory
Occidental Square

Occidental Square

You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Occidental Square. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Occidental Square
Waterfall Garden Park

Waterfall Garden Park

After visiting Waterfall Garden Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Waterfall Garden Park

Other neighbourhoods around Pioneer Square

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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
Downtown Seattle showing street scenes and central business district

Downtown Seattle

4/5(177 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.

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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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Seattle Buddhist Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.

Central District
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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.

SoDo

Pioneer Square Travel Guide