The Highlands
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
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.
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
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.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in The Highlands
Mediterranean Inn
Great little hotel, elevator is slow though so don’t be in a rush.
Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The room was a little humid
Reviewed on 11 Apr, 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Nice hotel, friendly staff!!
Reviewed on 11 Apr, 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
Great location. Older building but close to things to do. Totally walkable.
Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
This hotel is amazing, the breakfast buffet was great, all staff was nice and friendly, I loved how clean and comfortable my room was, I enjoyed staying there, I really recommend it!! ❤️👏👍
Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2026
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Love the breakfast
Reviewed on 11 Apr, 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 Ballard 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 Space Needle and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
