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

After visiting Volunteer Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Volunteer Park
Cal Anderson Park

Cal Anderson Park

After visiting Cal Anderson Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Cal Anderson 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 walkable area.

Broadway
Volunteer Park Conservatory

Volunteer Park Conservatory

Enjoy an outing to Volunteer Park Conservatory during your stay in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

Volunteer Park Conservatory
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
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Volunteer Park Water Tower

Activities

Mad Scientist Cocktail and Mocktail Lab

Mad Scientist Cocktail and Mocktail Lab

AU$160
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$131
per adult
Mad Scientist Drink Fusion Lab, A Mocktail Focused Workshop
Scenic Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline

Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline

AU$70
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
passageway beneath Washington St

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

AU$45
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

AU$105
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

AU$318
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
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Our pick of the best Capitol Hill Hotel Deals

The Boylston Hotel Capitol Hill, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
The Boylston Hotel Capitol Hill, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
3.5 out of 5
1517 Boylston Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$163 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$163
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy concierge services, housekeeping, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Pike Place Market and Seattle Waterfront ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (392 reviews)
"This is not a full service hotel. It's also probably not a place to stay with anyone other than a partner as the shower is kind of in the middle of the room. That being said, we loved it. Great location and great room. We would stay here again. My only complaint is I wish there was an elevator."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

The Boylston Hotel Capitol Hill, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
Executive Hotel Pacific
Executive Hotel Pacific
3 out of 5
400 Spring St, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$285 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$285
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,456 reviews)
"Clean hotel and helpful staff. Good area that was relatively quiet and convenient for walking. Wasn’t as nice as expected for how much we paid."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Executive Hotel Pacific
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$339 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$339
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (3,456 reviews)
"Great location! Very cool common areas. Rooms are small, but honestly perfect for 2 people. Loved everything about it other than the bed, which was hard as a rock. If you don't do well with an extra firm mattress, either bring a lot of ibuprofen or stay at a different hotel."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Coast Gateway Hotel
Coast Gateway Hotel
3.5 out of 5
18415 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA
The price is AU$305 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$305
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,327 reviews)
"Excellent location for airport & only a short walk for catching train into Seattle. Friendly staff on reception. Room was adequate for our stay with housekeeping on request."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Coast Gateway Hotel
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$329 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$329
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,576 reviews)
"Very good property"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Hyatt Regency Seattle
4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$499 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$499
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,399 reviews)
"The best location for everything."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency Seattle
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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 Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.

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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 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 Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.

Belltown
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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Seattle Buddhist Temple, 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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