Pioneer Square Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A directional signpost with multiple arrows pointing to various destinations such as 'King Street', 'Stadiums', 'West Seattle Water Taxi', 'Map & Information', 'Occidental Square', and 'Pioneer Sq Station'.
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A historic building with an ornate entrance, a wooden totem in the foreground, and people walking in the background.
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A tree-lined street with pedestrians, cars, and historic buildings.

Stay near popular Pioneer Square attractions

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Pioneer Square

8.4/10 (1,977 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Sky View Observatory General Admission

Sky View Observatory Tickets

NZ$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sky View Observatory Tickets
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

NZ$137
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Whale & Wildlife Watching Tour from Seattle

Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront

NZ$206
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC

NZ$304
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®- Save on admission to top attractions

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®

NZ$190
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®
The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle

The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle

NZ$91
per adult
The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle
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Our pick of the best Pioneer Square Hotel Deals

The Arctic Club Seattle

The Arctic Club Seattle

4 out of 5
700 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is NZ$350 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
NZ$350
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
The Arctic Club Seattle
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way Seattle WA
The price is NZ$189 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$189
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Populus Seattle

Populus Seattle

4 out of 5
100 S King St Seattle WA
The price is NZ$456 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$456
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (664 reviews)
"I loved the hotel’s design, cleanliness, location and staff. I was so was pleased with my selection and would stay again if ever in Seattle again for business or pleasure."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Populus Seattle
Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

2.5 out of 5
77 Yesler Way Seattle WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$210 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
NZ$210
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean. Staff helped me out tremendously and the free Breakfast is on point! I had a great stay."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

3 out of 5
612 2nd Ave Seattle WA
The price is NZ$255 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$255
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Does not have Parking and I had to park the car in an adjacent parking lot and found a break in the next morning."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is NZ$230 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$230
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
The Paramount Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Pioneer Square

Find the best Pioneer Square areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Capitol Hill

Spend some time visiting places like Broadway 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.

A harbor with boats, a Ferris wheel, and a city skyline with skyscrapers.

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.

A university building with a prominent 'University of Washington' banner, brick architecture, and a set of stairs leading to the entrance.

University District

Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent museum and a large cruise ship docked nearby.

South Lake Union

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.

Pioneer Square Travel Guide

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