Seattle, Washington
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square is Seattle's original downtown, with Romanesque revival brick buildings, galleries, bars and the Underground Tour.
Local Character & History
Historic and gritty-charming, with loft offices, art galleries and a growing residential population.
Restaurants & Shopping
Occidental Avenue holds cafes, pubs, coffee roasters and restaurants.
Housing
Converted loft apartments and a limited number of new residential buildings.
Parks & Recreation
Occidental Square and Pioneer Square's cobblestone streets host markets and events.
Transportation
The Pioneer Square light rail and Sounder stations make it a transit hub.
Nearby Attractions
- Underground Tour
- Smith Tower
- Occidental Square
- Waterfall Garden Park
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the original Seattle streets?
After the Great Fire of 1889 the city rebuilt on higher ground, leaving the old street level beneath Pioneer Square, which the Underground Tour explores.