Richmond Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Our pick of the best Richmond Highlands Hotel Deals
Mayflower Park Hotel
Great location. Staff were caring and helpful and the place is a landmark for goodness sake.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Wonderful hotel. Clean. Excellent service. Close to highlights
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Yes outstanding room and service
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
The hotel is nice, clean, and well‑maintained. The staff were great, they let me check in couple hours early at no extra charge and even stored my luggage for free after checkout. I was initially worried about homelessness in the area, but it wasn’t bad at all as long as you take the right route. ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Staff sucked. Don’t know what there doing and doesn’t help the customers!!!!!!!!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Staff were very friendly. Room was clean. Nowhere to hang clothes so not good for a long stay but great location for a night or two.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Richmond Highlands
Northgate
Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by Portland Building or National Nordic Museum while you're exploring.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Climate Pledge Arena and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
