South Seattle Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oxbow Park
Oxbow Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Greater Duwamish
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Greater Duwamish during your travels in Seattle.
Georgetown Powerplant Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Georgetown Powerplant Museum during your travels in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Space Needle Park Tour – Self-Guided Walk
Orcas Island: Whale and Orca Guided Speedboat Tour
Top hotels in South Seattle
Mediterranean Inn
Parking is safe but not with someone who'll park besides your car, plate is A9122427 Washington temporary plate gray f-150. Room are clean and the washroom are nice and newly renovated. Staff are very accommodating and helpful.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
Good stay
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
The lobby was packed with people trying check. There was no one to tell me what line was what I spent 30 in the wrong line. After checking in I was told the elevator was broken. I was given confusing direction on the location of my room. I went back 2 Times trying to get help. The staff responded ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
amazing hotel for a great price!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Excellent staff, and an actual restaurant for breakfast, bed was much better than usual. Used the valet parking. Woke up, opened the app for my EV knowing I needed to find a charging station before starting the 200 mile trip home, only to discover that my car had been fully charged over night! ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Staff were friendly and great. I booked only a few days in advance for 1 night to join up with other people and front desk person went out of his way to get our rooms on the same floor and as close together as possible. Great service.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Seattle
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 Pike/Pine, 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.
West Seattle
West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alki Beach and West Seattle Golf Course.
