Highlands Travel Guide
Seattle
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
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 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
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
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.
Things to do
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
Top hotels in Highlands
Mayflower Park Hotel
Great location, classic hotel
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
This is the 5th year we have stayed at the Double tree. Room was clean, comfortable bed. First time we have ate at the downstairs restaurant and it was good, but maybe a little pricey. Staff at the restaurant and check in were nice and service oriented. The hotel could use some updating, very hard ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Friendly staff at check-in, nice room, great area with lots of dinning options within walking distance. Best part, 5min walk from Climate Pledge Arena!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
The staff were great, but the room was not 100% clean when we arrived. There was a random gummy bear on the rug, dirt on the floor, and a tissue in the wastebasket.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Staff was great. The concierge Warren gave me food recommendations to explore nearby.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The room was clean but we were not happy about the fact that the room service was every 7 days and if you wanted your room cleaned during your stay and you were staying 3-4 days or so you had to pay $40. The coffee machine only makes Luke warm water/coffee. On our first night we found earplugs inside ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Georgetown Arts & Cultural Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.
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.
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.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
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.
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 Broadway, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.
