Pioneer Square Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Pioneer Square

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.

Pioneer Square
Columbia Center

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.

Columbia Center
Smith Tower

Smith Tower

You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Smith Tower. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Smith Tower
Sky View Observatory

Sky View Observatory

Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Sky View Observatory. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Sky View Observatory
Occidental Square

Occidental Square

You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Occidental Square. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Occidental Square
Waterfall Garden Park

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.

Waterfall Garden Park

Activities

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®- Save on admission to top attractions

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®

NZ$174
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

NZ$125
per adult
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

NZ$116
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

NZ$338
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
passageway beneath Washington St

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

NZ$50
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Snoqualmie Falls

Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour

NZ$160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour
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Our pick of the best Pioneer Square Hotel Deals

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is NZ$325 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$325
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,729 reviews)
"Loved the staff. Breakfast was worth it if you bought in advance. Location was great. Room was small and bed is up against the wall. No big deal for me but for more than 1 person it would be tight. Major downside are the iPad controls for the TV. Please just give me a remote."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
The Arctic Club Seattle

The Arctic Club Seattle

3.5 out of 5
700 3rd Avenue, Seattle, WA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,873 reviews)
Enjoyable stay at this historical hotel
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Arctic Club. The staff were excellent….friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The location was within walking distance of all the sights we wanted to visit. While our room was a bit small, we would definitely stay at the Arctic Club again."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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The Arctic Club Seattle
Populus Seattle

Populus Seattle

4 out of 5
100 S King St, Seattle, WA
The price is NZ$547 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$547
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
"Property was gorgeous, so much greenery that it felt like a secret garden in the middle of Seattle. Every staff member we met were kind and helpful. Food was amazing. Our room was lovely. Comfortable, quiet and super clean with great amenities and luxurious details."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Populus Seattle
Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

3.5 out of 5
255 South King Street, Seattle, WA
The price is NZ$459 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$459
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,582 reviews)
"Very nice hotel!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

2.5 out of 5
77 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is NZ$308 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$308
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
Clean and Comfortable
"Older, historic hotel was clean and nicely decorated. The room had everything that we needed. Good, central location is easily walkable all around downtown Seattle."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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$336 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$336
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"Walking distance to everything. Great location the hotel was clean and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. The hot water was terrible, it was warm at best. They did come look at it but it didn't get better."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Pioneer Square

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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 Stimson-Green Mansion, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.

First Hill
Downtown Seattle featuring street scenes and central business district

Downtown Seattle

4.5/5(119 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Seattle
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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.

Denny Triangle
Belltown which includes street scenes

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.

Belltown
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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Pike/Pine, 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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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

Pioneer Square Travel Guide

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