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 art galleries 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 art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park during your trip to Seattle. 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.
Sky View Observatory
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Sky View Observatory. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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 Pioneer Square
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
"Breakfast was very good, staff was very helpful, nice and clean hotel"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Arctic Club Seattle
"The Arctic Club is beautiful. The staff is great."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
"No room service, no trash bags in the trash cans. Very poor water pressure. Very tiny room, but the bed was comfortable."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"The staff was so amazing! We checked in early with no fee, and they were so accommodating. Room and property were beautiful! Perfect distance to a lot of activities."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
"Clean room, in great shape. Staff were very accommodating and helpful. Great location."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Makes for a nice stay on layover"
Reviewed on 24 May 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.
