Pioneer Square Travel Guide

Seattle

A street scene with a covered walkway, historic buildings, and pedestrians.
A building with a brick facade covered in green ivy, a black arched entrance, and signs for a bakery and cafe.
A covered pedestrian walkway with ornate metalwork, a Starbucks Coffee shop, and a fire hydrant on the sidewalk.
A clock with 'Ben Bridge' and 'The Diamond People' written on it.
A building covered in green ivy with a sign reading "GRAND CENTRAL BAKERY". There are red umbrellas and people sitting at tables outside.

Stay near popular Pioneer Square attractions

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Pioneer Square

8.4/10 (1,977 reviews)
Seattle’s birthplace and oldest neighborhood is set in the National Historic District overlooking Elliot Bay.
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Things to do

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

£57
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC

£153
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC
Whale & Wildlife Watching Tour from Seattle

Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront

£86
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle

The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle

£38
per adult
The Escape Game in Downtown Seattle
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

£24
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity Seattle: Pike Place Market Chef-Guided Food Tour

Seattle: Pike Place Market Chef-Guided Food Tour

£55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seattle: Pike Place Market Chef-Guided Food Tour
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Top hotels in Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way Seattle WA
The price is £141 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£141
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,221 reviews)
"We had a great time here extremely clean, the staff was amazing and we were so close to everything we wanted to go to. Definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
The Arctic Club Seattle

The Arctic Club Seattle

4 out of 5
700 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is £154 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£154
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,628 reviews)
"It’s a unique stay with amazing architecture and design. Our room was on the top floor with a terrace and that was amazing. The breakfast was too notch - freshest fruit I’ve had at a hotel. Only downside was our bathroom had a fan that ran continuously, but it wasn’t too noticeable with the bathroom ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

The Arctic Club Seattle
Populus Seattle

Populus Seattle

4 out of 5
100 S King St Seattle WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £278 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
£278
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park are located nearby.
Populus Seattle
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

3 out of 5
612 2nd Ave Seattle WA
The price is £158 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£158
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Great property and within walking distance of T mobile park. The view was amazing and I will definitely return next time I go to Seattle!"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is £179 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
£179
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,708 reviews)
"Very Friendly. Very Efficient 😃"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is £157 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
£157
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,791 reviews)
"Perfect location and great facilities. Transportation is very close and you could walk around"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
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Where to stay in Pioneer Square

Find the best Pioneer Square areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Pioneer Square
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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.

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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.

A harbor with boats, a Ferris wheel, and a city skyline with skyscrapers.

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.

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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.

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University District

Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater 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.

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