Visit Old Burien
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Seattle Grand 4-Hour City Tour
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Our pick of the best Old Burien Hotel Deals
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Clean, quiet, just perfect!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Excellent!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Yes, friendly, tasty
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
Nice room. Convenient location. Good restaurant.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Murano
Loved loved loved this beautiful hotel! We checked out ALL the floor’s glass artists! It was like staying in an art gallery! Great staff! Clean, comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Friendly staff, clean rooms, excellent location
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Burien
Southcenter
Travellers come to Southcenter for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Southcenter Mall and Bowlero South Seatlle while you're in town.
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.
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.
West Seattle
West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alki Beach and Alki Point Lighthouse.
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.
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.
