The Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Highlands
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Our pick of the best The Highlands Hotel Deals
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Always super clean
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Nice spot for a much better rate than the neighboring hotels.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Executive Hotel Pacific
Attentive and friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Mayflower Park Hotel
Friendly staff, clean room, lots of character.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Professional and courteous staff at check in Room was comfortable and clean Great location
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The 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 Shilshole Bay Marina or Hiram M. Chittenden Locks 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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Meany Hall 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.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seattle Center and Space Needle, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
The Highlands Travel Guide
- Seattle Waterfront
- Space Needle
- Pike Place Market
- T-Mobile Park
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Microsoft Campus
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Alderwood Mall
- Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
- WaMu Theater
- Northgate Station
- Pioneer Square
- University of Washington Medical Center
