Columbia City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant 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.
Things to do
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in Columbia City
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Staff were awesome
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Before choosing to book this hotel I read a few mix reviews about how the rooms are very small..but I’m flying solo so I decided to book it anyways. Came in and was greeted with a smile by the lady behind the counter. She told me it’s self check in and I was able to check in early because there are ...
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Mayflower Park Hotel
Spacious room with nice touches (robes for guest use)…great service and a super helpful staff!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
The room was clean they even upgraded us at a sea view it was very beautiful and the staff are really nice
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Loved it!!! Great location!!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Room is spacious and clean. Staff were helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Columbia City
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.
Downtown Seattle
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.
