SoDo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Danielle Isbell
Photo by Danielle Isbell
Photo by Danielle Isbell
Photo by Danielle Isbell

Popular places to visit

T-Mobile Park

T-Mobile Park

Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.

T-Mobile Park
Seattle Waterfront which includes a marina, sailing and boating

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.

Seattle Waterfront
Puget Sound showing modern architecture

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.

Space Needle
Pike Place Market featuring signage, a city and night scenes

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.

Pike Place Market
Lumen Field

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.

Lumen Field
University of Washington

University of Washington

Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

University of Washington

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 SoDo Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
The price is NZ$391 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$391
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,488 reviews)
"Clean room, good view."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St, Seattle, WA
The price is NZ$244 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$244
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,795 reviews)
"Nice room. Small but fits two adults for an overnight. Was surprised at valet parking. Super convenient for theatre district and pike place."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Executive Hotel Pacific
Hotel 116, A Coast Hotel Bellevue

Hotel 116, A Coast Hotel Bellevue

3 out of 5
625 116th Ave Ne, Bellevue, WA
The price is NZ$205 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$205
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Bellevue. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,596 reviews)
"Restaurant very nice"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Hotel 116, A Coast Hotel Bellevue
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

4 out of 5
1301 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is NZ$287 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$287
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,011 reviews)
"Super nice property in a great location! A little inconvenient to take the elevator up to the lobby. Bellman super nice and helpful! Front desk women….not so much."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
The price is NZ$344 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$344
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,482 reviews)
"Great rooms and staff was amazing. Perfect place to stay if you are cruising."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Mediterranean Inn
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$323 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$323
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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
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Other neighbourhoods around SoDo

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North Beacon Hill

If you're spending time in North Beacon Hill, check out sights like Jefferson Park Golf Course or El Centro de la Raza and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Beacon Hill Station or Mount Baker Station.

North Beacon Hill
Pioneer Square showing heritage architecture, city views and street scenes

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.

Pioneer Square
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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.

Industrial District
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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
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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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

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