North City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North City
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.
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
Seattle Waterfront
This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.
Pike Place Market
America’s oldest farmers’ market and a food lover’s paradise offering a cornucopia of stalls and shops right here in Seattle.
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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Anacortes: Whale and Orca Boat Tour near Seattle
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Our pick of the best North City Hotel Deals
The Paramount Hotel
Mediterranean Inn
Close to lots of places to eat and staff was so nice. Loved it there.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The room was clean and the bed was comfortable, but we were unable to turn the water on in the shower, so that was a problem. Fortunately, we were only there for one night, so we showered when we returned home. Parts of the property are tired and in need of upgrading or repair (peeling wallpaper, ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Belltown Inn
Good location in downtown. Parking charge was reasonable. Good restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Good
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Element Seattle Downtown
We stayed in one of the suites and it was very clean and spacious and enjoyed the fact that all amenities were on site. The bartender that has only been working a couple days there did an amazing job making the drinks and was very personable! Everything was very nice!A+
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North City
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 National Nordic Museum or Shilshole Bay Marina while you're exploring.
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.
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.
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 Space Needle and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
