Pioneer Square Travel Guide
Seattle
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Popular places to visit
Pioneer Square
Seattle’s birthplace and oldest neighborhood is set in the National Historic District overlooking Elliot Bay.
Columbia Center
Columbia Center is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Smith Tower
You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Smith Tower. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Occidental Square
You can find out about the history of Seattle with a trip to Occidental Square. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Sky View Observatory
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Sky View Observatory. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Waterfall Garden Park
After visiting Waterfall Garden Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Pioneer Square
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
The room was very clean and the staff was very helpful. The breakfast is pretty good too.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Arctic Club Seattle
Amazing hospitality! Bar area is a must check.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Populus Seattle
Staff was amazing all around. Very nice clean rooms
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
Yes, it was. Staffs were very friendly
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
Staff was great as was the room.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Great room, clean, excellent friendly service at the front desk
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pioneer Square
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.
Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Moore Theatre and The Crocodile.
Denny Triangle
If you're spending time in Denny Triangle, check out sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Edwin Pratt Park and Fine Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
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.
