Old Burien Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Old Burien
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.
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.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Things to do
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in Old Burien
The Belltown Inn
"This was a great location, within walking distance to so many restaurants and attractions. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the rooftop patio."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"This hotel has got to undergo a major renovation or at least a deep cleaning. The property is disgusting and dirty. Our AC was broken and the room was hot. They knew it was broken, but still gave us that room. Someone stopped by to check on the maintenance but nothing was done to fix it. The carpet ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"Loved this place in the heart of Queen Anne. We had tickets to the Space Needle, Chihuly Gardens of Glass and the Seattle Storm basketball game that evening. Walking distance to all of that in Seattle Center. The Mediterranean staff was amazing. Gave us our room hours early at Noon and didn't have ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
"I felt great because Front Desk Louis was so kind."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"No tv could not get on the maintenance man tried to get it on and got a call did not come back"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
"The service was excellent from all the staff we encountered. We would stay there again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Burien
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 West Seattle Golf Course and Alki Beach.
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.
