North City Travel 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
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.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries 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 Highlights City Tour
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in North City
Mediterranean Inn
The location of this hotel is amazing. It was just a 4 min walk to Climate Pledge Arena and the Space Needle area. The staff are exceptional and the roof top deck overlooking the water and city is absolutely stunning. There are also lots of great restaurants nearby to choose from. I would definitely ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
A great location but understaffed with poor service.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Everything was great. Location to convention centers were the most ideal. Staff was great. At the time of our stay, one of the elevators was out of service which was at times inconvenient. But that is my only complaint. It would not prevent me from staying there again because everything else was ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
The staff was incredibly nice. We also enjoyed the location and how close it was to everything. We will absolutely stay again.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Really fruendly and well cleaned, the staff even gave vip louge access and complimentary vouchers once they realized i was staying for my birthday while attending Sakura-Con!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North City
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 Ballard Building or National Nordic Museum while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Space Needle and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
