The Highlands Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit The Highlands
Popular places to visit
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops 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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Seattle: Seattle Art Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in The Highlands
Mayflower Park Hotel
This was an unplanned stay that resulted from a cancelled flight. We decided to make the most of it and spend the afternoon downtown. A google search led us to the Mayflower and we couldn't have been more pleased with the hotel and the location. Will def stay here again next time I'm in this ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Great location. Good service. Super clean rooms
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Great staff, it’s been our 6th time stay, always nice But this time we got a room in the first floor and there was a lot of noice, we couldn’t really sleep well, But overall, all good, really, really nice crew, very helpful always and the place is close to space needle and climate pledge, ideal to ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Room was spotless, ac was great, large fluffy towels, and a coffee machine.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Staff was amazing, definitely a bang for your buck
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The room was fine but it could have been cleaner. This hotel showed up in a search for PARKING. This hotel does not have parking at their location. It's diagonal across the street in an underground. It's not convenient. Also, their check in parking area is very limited too. Three spaces on the street ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Highlands
Northgate
Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by Portland Building or National Nordic Museum while you're exploring.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Climate Pledge Arena and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
