The Highlands Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
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.
University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in The Highlands
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
A very relaxing stay, the staffs are extremely nice. I would recommend
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Executive Hotel Pacific
Room was very spacious and clean! Staff were very kind and helpful. Many options for breakfast!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Mediterranean Inn
Clean room, comfortable bed, friendly and efficient staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Yes everything was good I loved the water bottles and the tvs Bluetooth but no Netflix or YouTube was a bummer.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Clean,
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
The Belltown Inn
Staff was super friendly. The room was clean.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Highlands
Northgate
Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by Shilshole Bay Marina or Hiram M. Chittenden Locks while you're exploring.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seattle Center and Space Needle, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
The Highlands Travel Guide
- Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
- Seattle Waterfront
- Space Needle
- Seattle Center
- Pike Place Market
- Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Microsoft Campus
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Paramount Theatre
- Alderwood Mall
- Amazon Corporate Headquarters
- Angel of the Winds Arena
- Northgate Station
- Pioneer Square
- Boeing Everett Factory
- Seattle Aquarium
- Lake Washington
