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Seattle, Washington

Downtown Seattle

Downtown Seattle holds the city's office core, retail district, Pike Place Market and the central waterfront, all within a compact, walkable area.

Local Character & History

Busy and commercial during the week, with heavy visitor traffic around the market and waterfront.

Restaurants & Shopping

Pike Place Market, the retail core and the waterfront hold everything from chowder to fine dining.

Housing

New high-rise apartments and condominiums, with relatively few single-family homes.

Parks & Recreation

Occidental Square, the waterfront promenade and nearby Olympic Sculpture Park.

Transportation

Link light rail, ferries, buses, the monorail and the streetcar all converge downtown.

Nearby Attractions

  • Pike Place Market
  • Seattle Art Museum
  • Seattle Aquarium
  • Waterfront Park

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to do in downtown Seattle?

Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum, the waterfront and the aquarium are all within walking distance of the retail core.

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