Georgetown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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The boiler room at the Steam Plant offers an eerie glimpse into early 20th-century working conditions. Oil (and later coal) was fed into 16 giant boilers to produce the steam required to turn the Curtis Steam Turbines in the room next door. The Georgetown Steam Plant was built in 1906 to provide power for Seattle's streetcars, the city of Georgetown, and the Seattle-Tacoma Railway. Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within 10 years. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand. Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.
These control panels monitored the Curtis Steam Turbines installed in 1906 and 1907. Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within a decade. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand. Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.
The Georgetown Steam Plant was built in 1906 to provide power for Seattle's streetcars, the city of Georgetown, and the Seattle-Tacoma Railway. Although it's turbines were state-of-the art for their time, technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within a decade. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand. Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.

Popular places to visit

Hat, boots & airplanes in Oxbow park. Also has a play structure, nice grass and a p-patch.

Oxbow Park

Oxbow Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Oxbow Park
The boiler room at the Steam Plant offers an eerie glimpse into early 20th-century working conditions. Oil

Georgetown Powerplant Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Georgetown Powerplant Museum during your travels in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

Georgetown Powerplant Museum
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Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91

4/5(17 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Seattle Waterfront which includes a marina, sailing and boating

Seattle Waterfront

4/5(48 reviews)

This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.

Seattle Waterfront
Puget Sound showing modern architecture

Space Needle

4.5/5(43 reviews)

A towering icon rising high in the Seattle cityscape, this tall modern spire was built back in 1962 as the centrepiece for the World’s Fair.

Space Needle
Seattle Center showing modern architecture

Seattle Center

4/5(36 reviews)

A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.

Seattle Center

Activities

passageway beneath Washington St

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

NZ$50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

NZ$111
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®- Save on admission to top attractions

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®

NZ$170
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour

Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour

NZ$52
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
1-Day Mount Rainier National Park Tou

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

NZ$247
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

NZ$113
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
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Our pick of the best Georgetown Hotel Deals

Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is NZ$285 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$285
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,461 reviews)
The staff were wonderful!

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

4 out of 5
18740 International Boulevard SeaTac WA
The price is NZ$187 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$187
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,883 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is NZ$269 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$269
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,767 reviews)
The staff was amazing! Friendly, helpful, went the extra mile.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Mediterranean Inn
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
The price is NZ$245 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$245
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,408 reviews)
Great staff! Very helpful with checking in and out. Room was amazing! I expected way less. Perfect view. Beds were comfortable.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 Third Avenue Seattle WA
The price is NZ$218 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$218
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,412 reviews)
The hotel is nice, clean, and well‑maintained. The staff were great, they let me check in couple hours early at no extra charge and even stored my luggage for free after checkout. I was initially worried about homelessness in the area, but it wasn’t bad at all as long as you take the right route. ...

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

The Belltown Inn
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is NZ$196 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$196
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,415 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean room, pet friendly. Overall great experience.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Georgetown

Seattle downtown skyline sunset from Dr. Jose Rizal or 12th Avenue South Bridge

South Seattle

While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Jefferson Park Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.

South Seattle
Lighttrails of the I-90 coming out of Safeco. #LifeAtExpedia

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.

Industrial District
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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.

SoDo
West Seattle

West Seattle

4/5(3 area reviews)

West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like West Seattle Golf Course and Alki Beach.

West Seattle
Pioneer Square showing heritage architecture, city views and street scenes

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.

Pioneer Square
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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Jimi Hendrix Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.

Central District

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