Capitol Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Capitol Hill featuring heritage architecture as well as an individual male
Capitol Hill which includes a garden
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill showing street scenes
Capitol Hill showing signage, street scenes and café lifestyle
From the rainbow crossing to the club that once hosted Nirvana, Capitol Hill is all sorts of cool.

Home to a thriving LGBT community and nightlife that’s just nuts, Capitol Hill also has some of the hugest mansions you’ve ever seen—no joke, there’s a section called “Millionaire’s Row”. Make sure to arrive hungry when you visit Capitol Hill because there’s so much to eat that you’ll need your stretchy pants. You’ll also have a tough time choosing between beer and coffee in Capitol Hill, because you’ll find a pub or coffee shop on every corner. Pro tip: They’re all fantastic.

Popular places to visit

Volunteer Park

Volunteer Park

Explore the great outdoors at Volunteer Park, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Volunteer Park
Capitol Hill which includes a fountain

Broadway

You can do some window-shopping at Broadway during your visit to Seattle. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Broadway
Pike/Pine

Pike/Pine

You can enjoy retail therapy at Pike/Pine during your stay in Seattle. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Pike/Pine
Cal Anderson Park

Cal Anderson Park

Explore the great outdoors at Cal Anderson Park, a lovely green space in Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Cal Anderson Park
Volunteer Park Conservatory

Volunteer Park Conservatory

Enjoy an outing to Volunteer Park Conservatory during your stay in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Volunteer Park Conservatory
Volunteer Park Water Tower

Volunteer Park Water Tower

You can learn about the history of Seattle with a visit to Volunteer Park Water Tower. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Volunteer Park Water Tower

Activities

Mad Scientist Cocktail and Mocktail Lab

Mad Scientist Cocktail and Mocktail Lab

AU$166
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mad Scientist Cocktail and Mocktail Lab
Mad Scientist Drink Fusion Lab A Mocktail Focused Workshop

Mad Scientist Drink Fusion Lab, A Mocktail Focused Workshop

AU$137
per adult
Mad Scientist Drink Fusion Lab, A Mocktail Focused Workshop
passageway beneath Washington St

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

AU$48
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
[Silver] Vancouver 1-Day Bus Tour from Seattle

Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle

AU$298
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

AU$261
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
1-Day Mount Rainier National Park Tou

Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle

AU$281
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
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Our pick of the best Capitol Hill Hotel Deals

Sonder The Boylston
Sonder The Boylston
3.5 out of 5
1517 Boylston Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$165 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy concierge services, housekeeping, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Pike Place Market and Space Needle ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (315 reviews)
Always great!
"Always clean, comfy, and close to downtown and all the activities in Capitol Hill. I’ve stayed here a dozen times and price permitting it’ll always be my first choice."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Sonder The Boylston
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
4 out of 5
18740 International Boulevard, SeaTac, WA
The price is AU$243 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,011 reviews)
"Everyone knew their positions and the was ZERO confusion, even when the check-in line was out the door. I will be staying here again in the future. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Well Done!!"

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
3 out of 5
3100 South 192nd Street, SeaTac, WA
The price is AU$182 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$182
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,450 reviews)
Glad we stayed there
"Room was a little cramped. Breakfast was good—lots of options including healthy ones. For eco friendliness, I would prefer china cups rather than paper at breakfast. Front desk was helpful. Shuttle was efficient with friendly drivers."

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
4 out of 5
1301 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$228 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$228
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,089 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$202 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,852 reviews)
"I was so happy with my choice at citizenM. Every staff member was welcoming and friendly. The location being across the street from pier shopping and ferry rides was absolutely a plus. It’s walkable to Pike Place Market and the Aquarium. Very modern and eclectic and it was just what I needed. I truly ..."

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Mayflower Park Hotel
Mayflower Park Hotel
4 out of 5
405 Olive Way, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$232 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$232
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,145 reviews)
Great Hotel
"Fantastic location. Staff were so helpful. Hotel is beautiful."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Mayflower Park Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Hill

South Lake Union featuring a coastal town, a bay or harbour and boating

South Lake Union

4/5(9 area reviews)

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazon, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.

South Lake Union
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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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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 Saint James Cathedral and Neumos, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.

First Hill
Downtown Seattle showing 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 Space Needle and Pike Place Market 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 Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theater.

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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts 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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