South Lake Union Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Amazon Corporate Headquarters
Amazon Corporate Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
El Corazón
El Corazón is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Lake Union Park
Lake Union Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Museum of History and Industry
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of History and Industry in Seattle. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Northwest Seaport
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Northwest Seaport in Seattle. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
The Center for Wooden Boats
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in The Center for Wooden Boats in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in South Lake Union
citizenM Seattle South Lake Union
Room was spotless and staff was helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown
John at check-in was ahhhmazing! Very personable, knowledgeable and helpful. No prices on snacks, bit of a sticker shock. Carlos the night attendant on 1/6 was helpful and kind. Loved the location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Seattle Downtown
Clean room, fast check in, convenient parking
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Seattle Center
Great hotel and great food
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Seattle By The Space Needle
Somehow even the front desk did not have hand soap for the sink. I'm not sure how a hotel doesn't have hand soap for the bathroom sink. But we managed.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Level Seattle Downtown - South Lake Union
Once again the experience here was amazing!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Lake Union
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.
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.
Lower Queen Anne
While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Seattle Center and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.
Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Moore Theatre and The Crocodile.
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 Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
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 Neumos and Broadway, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.
