Pioneer Square Travel Guide
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Pioneer Square
Located in the National Historic District and looking out onto Elliot Bay, this is Seattle’s oldest historic site in the heart of the city.
Columbia Center
You can find out about the history of Seattle with a stop at Columbia Center. Discover the entertainment choices and shops 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.
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.
Occidental Square
You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Occidental Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Anacortes: Whale and Orca Boat Tour near Seattle
Explore Snoqualmie, Waterfalls and an Ancient Forest
Seattle Ghost Tour: Sins of Sinister Shadows
Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
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Other neighbourhoods around Pioneer Square
Downtown Seattle
Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Seattle Buddhist Temple, 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.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Lake View Cemetery - Bruce Lee's Grave while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop to see more of the area.
- Pioneer Square
- Grand Central Arcade
- Pioneer Building
- Seattle Waterfront
- Space Needle
- Pike Place Market
- T-Mobile Park
- Bellevue Square
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Westfield Southcenter Mall
- Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
- Alki Beach
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Climate Pledge Arena