Pioneer Square Travel Guide
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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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.
Occidental Square
You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Occidental Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Seattle: Smith Tower Observatory Access Ticket
Top hotels in Pioneer Square
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
This hotel is really modern and clean and artsy, and perfectly located. The staff is nice and the bar/lounge area is super chill and nice for hanging out with a drink and a book. I appreciate the hotel’s emphasis on environmentalism, and would absolutely stay here again (I do wish they had a bathtub, ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Populus Seattle
Great staff, wonderful room, really awesome location. Chic-but-natural aesthetic
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
The Arctic Club Seattle
Excellent hotel and amenities; staff very courteous.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
I stayed last night in room 905, and overall the room was nice and clean. However, I did notice a few details that could use attention. There was a noticeable white stain on one of the small gold pillows, which stood out right away. I also saw that the wallpaper near the air vent was peeling and ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
The lady that checked us in was very friendly and courteous. She gave us an upgrade to a king bedroom. We had reserved a different room that said it had a city view. When we got to our room, the view was a wall. We called down to the desk and they said none of the rooms have a city view. I believe ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
Awesome experience
Reviewed on 23 Feb 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 Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 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 Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.
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.
