Pioneer Square Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pioneer Square showing heritage architecture, city views and street scenes
Pioneer Square showing heritage architecture, city views and street scenes
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square showing street scenes, heritage architecture and city views
Pioneer Square
Love history? Head for Pioneer Square, the oldest neighbourhood in Seattle.

Pioneer Square was established in 1852, though we must say it’s held its age well. Brick buildings never really go out of style, and these days they house all sorts of galleries, shops and cafes. See important aspects of the city’s storied past by walking along the Trail to Treasure, then feel free to gape a bit at a waterfall in the middle of the city. Yes, a real waterfall—albeit manmade—takes centre stage at Waterfall Garden Park, and yes, you definitely want to get a picture with it.


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Pioneer Square Hotel Deals

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way Seattle WA
The price is AU$169 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$169
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,990 reviews)
The staff and the room were both great and I recommend a stay here

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
The Arctic Club Seattle

The Arctic Club Seattle

3.5 out of 5
700 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is AU$309 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
AU$309
6 Feb - 7 Feb
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! (2,145 reviews)
We had a great stay and would definitely return.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

The Arctic Club Seattle
Populus Seattle

Populus Seattle

4 out of 5
100 S King St Seattle WA
The price is AU$360 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$360
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (336 reviews)
Staff was amazing all around. Very nice clean rooms

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Populus Seattle
Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

2.5 out of 5
77 Yesler Way Seattle WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$163 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$163
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Super nice staff,

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

3 out of 5
612 2nd Ave Seattle WA
The price is AU$225 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
AU$225
31 Jan - 1 Feb
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Convenient location, nothing special .

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

5 out of 5
411 University St Seattle WA
The price is AU$540 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$540
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,518 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Pioneer Square

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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.

First Hill
Downtown Seattle featuring street scenes and central business district

Downtown Seattle

4.5/5(119 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Seattle
Belltown which includes street scenes

Belltown

Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Moore Theatre and The Crocodile.

Belltown
Denny Triangle neighborhood.

Denny Triangle

If you're spending time in Denny Triangle, check out sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.

Denny Triangle
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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Redhawk Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.

Central District
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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.

SoDo


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