Popular places to visit
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.
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
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
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.
Things to do
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Timepass Auburn Escape Room Adventures Book Karmageddon Now
Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Brighton
The Paramount Hotel
Location was perfect for what I needed. Room was clean and spacious. Staff friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Clean room
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Executive Hotel Pacific
Great service clean rooms amd a good coffee shop right in the lobby
Reviewed on 22 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
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Got free upgrade; what more can a single girl wants?! Love it!!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Mayflower Park Hotel
Clean
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Brighton
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or 8th Avenue South Street End, 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 Langston Hughes Performing Arts 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.
Brighton Travel Guide
- Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
- Space Needle
- Seattle Center
- Pike Place Market
- University of Washington
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- WaMu Theater
- Seattle University
- T-Mobile USA Headquarters
- University of Washington Medical Center
- Museum of Flight
