First Hill Travel Guide
Seattle
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Popular places to visit
Swedish Medical Center
If Swedish Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Seattle.
Frye Art Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Frye Art Museum in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Waterfront
Seattle Waterfront is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Space Needle
Find out about the history of Space Needle, one of the top monuments in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Center
Find out what shows are happening at Seattle Center, a favourite theatre in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in First Hill
Mayflower Park Hotel
Awesome experience
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Room was good. Elevators are pretty dirty though.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Staff was very kind and helpful, rooms were very clean, excellent water pressure. Couldn't ask for a better location. Within walking distance of the Climate Pledge Arena, the Space Needle, the Armory, as well as the Monorail into Downtown Seattle.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
The staff was great, especially Cameron who took the time to get the IHG App loaded unto my Android. Everything was quality and the view of the Space Needle was spectacular.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Every single person who worked the front desk is amazing. More than nice, they each went above to make our stay lovely. We felt really welcome. The location is fantastic for walking around Seattle.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Room 616 was in rough shape. Needs a refresh and repairs and some proper cleaning and tightening of hardware. If your out all day and need a budget stay then this would be the hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around First Hill
Downtown Seattle
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 Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
Pioneer Square
Shopping, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.
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.
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.
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.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Broadway while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop to see more of the area.
