Pioneer Square Travel Guide
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Visit Pioneer Square
Popular places to visit

Pioneer Square
Seattle’s birthplace and oldest neighborhood is set in the National Historic District overlooking Elliot Bay.

Columbia Center
Columbia Center is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

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.

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 art galleries in this vibrant area.

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

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.
Things to do

Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour

Seattle: Smith Tower Observatory Access Ticket

Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle

Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Top hotels in Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Clean , great views . Great breakfast bar with unlimited espresso
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Populus Seattle
Really peaceful. Attentive staff.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
Nice hotel, with great amenities.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
Older 89s decor, but still charming, clean, quiet, very convenient to Pike’s Market.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

The Arctic Club Seattle
Beautiful lounge, roaring fire and bartenders who served throughout the space. Extremely relaxing and convivial. Superb breakfast offerings, with excellent coffee, many varieties of fresh cut fruits & berries, eggs, sausage, potatoes and steel cut oats with a good variety of trimmings. The room was ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
Great location. Walking distance to Lumen Field. Large room.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pioneer Square

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.

Downtown Seattle
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.

Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Moore Theatre and The Crocodile.

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.

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.

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.

