Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Space Needle
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.
Seattle Waterfront
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 Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Pike Place Market
A foodie’s paradise and the oldest farmers’ market in America, just a short walk up the steps from Seattle’s waterfront.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Highlands Hotel Deals
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
The rooms view and bed are the whole reason we stayed. So comfy never wanted to leave!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Mayflower Park Hotel
Friendly staff, clean room, lots of character.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Best ever
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Clean room. Clean towels daily. Friendly staff. Good location to attractions
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Very nice and clean
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Best place I stayed at, the atmosphere from the employees when you get in was magnificent, will be coming back.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
Southcenter
Travellers come to Southcenter for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Southcenter Mall and iFly Seattle while you're in town.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Highlands Travel Guide
- Greenwood Memorial Park
- Space Needle
- Seattle Waterfront
- Pike Place Market
- T-Mobile Park
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Microsoft Campus
- Westfield Southcenter Mall
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
- WaMu Theater
- Northgate Station
