Highland Park Travel Guide
Seattle
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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.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Highland Park
Mediterranean Inn
Nice clean rooms, very helpful and kind staff. Great location, easy walk to climate pledge arena, space needle etc. Parking is available and fairly easy to navigate to. Roof top terrace provides a wonderful view of the bay. Definitely would stay again.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
Air conditioner was perfect But I have not been saved with any food !
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
The facility was clean, and the staff was informative
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Excellent
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Great stay! Perfect location!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
It was a great hotel, clean and in a good location
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park
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.
West Seattle
West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alki Beach and West Seattle Golf Course.
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.
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.
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.
