Pioneer Square Travel Guide
Seattle
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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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Smith Tower
You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Smith Tower. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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 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 CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
From Seattle: Visit Snoqualmie Falls and Hike to Twin Falls
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
Top hotels in Pioneer Square
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Clean and modern place in a great location. Kind staff. I was welcomed every time I walked in the build.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Arctic Club Seattle
I’ll make this short becuase I would prefer to write about my experience on my instagram posts when I get around to it, but the experience was basically 10’s across the board.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
Very quaint and quite comfortable
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
Rooms were clean
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Mediterranean Inn
We stay here whenever we visit Seattle (3-4 times a year). The ONLY downside to the hot is the parking. Most of the time, parking isn’t an issue. They have onsite, underground parking which is a big reason we chose them originally. Twice over the years, their parking is full and we were literally ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Driver passed us as we chased and waived at him at the airport. Had to wait another 1/2 hour.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 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 Space Needle and Pike Place Market 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.
