Highlands Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Highlands
Stay near popular Highlands attractions
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Highlands
The Paramount Hotel
"Staff was extremely helpful and professional. Room was cozy and close to everything we were touring while staying. Even close to the port as we took a cruise to Alaska after visiting Seattle"
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026
The Belltown Inn
Mediterranean Inn
"Clean room with good coffee and a snacks. Safe walking distance from the climate pledge arena"
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Property was cozy and good location. Only problem was air conditioner not working, but staff immediately sent up a fan. It also helped that weather was great outside otherwise it may have been uncomfortable."
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Mayflower Park Hotel
"Great property"
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Highlands
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.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Broadway while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop to see more of the area.
Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.
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.
South Lake Union
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.
