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 scene 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.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
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.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Anacortes: Whale and Orca Boat Tour near Seattle
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle
Top hotels in The Highlands
Mayflower Park Hotel
Great location, classic hotel
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Friendly staff at check-in, nice room, great area with lots of dinning options within walking distance. Best part, 5min walk from Climate Pledge Arena!
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
The staff were great, but the room was not 100% clean when we arrived. There was a random gummy bear on the rug, dirt on the floor, and a tissue in the wastebasket.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
The room was clean but we were not happy about the fact that the room service was every 7 days and if you wanted your room cleaned during your stay and you were staying 3-4 days or so you had to pay $40. The coffee machine only makes Luke warm water/coffee. On our first night we found earplugs inside ...
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
The Belltown Inn
Staff was great. The concierge Warren gave me food recommendations to explore nearby.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
The Paramount Hotel
The hotel was very nice and clean. The staff was courteous and housekeeping was amazing for recovering my daughter's lost airpod!
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Highlands
Northgate
If you're spending time in Northgate, you might enjoy attractions like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Northgate Station to see more of the city.
Ballard
Gardens, bars, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Ballard. Check out National Nordic Museum or Shilshole Bay Marina while you're exploring 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.
University District
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in University District. If sightseeing is on the list, Neptune Theater is a top attraction. Hop on 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 Climate Pledge Arena, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
