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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant 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 walkable 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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Northwest Seaport
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Northwest Seaport in Seattle. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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 walkable area.
Top hotels in South Lake Union
Level Seattle Downtown - South Lake Union
"Clean room, nice staff, really good amenities"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hyatt Place Seattle Downtown
"Very nice people"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
citizenM Seattle South Lake Union
"Fabulous experience!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown
"We were chatting with other travelers on the bus to the ship and it was clear when comparing experiences that this hotel is the best in town hands down- and it’s not even close. Food was outstanding, it was super quiet at bed time for good sound rest, the workout room had excellent equipment and ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Astra Hotel, Seattle, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
"Love the location. No pool but close to everything."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Seattle Downtown
"FD PC was broken upon check in. Long line at elevator because 1 out of 2 elevators was out of service. FD unattended for more than 5 min during peak checkout hours."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
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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 Space Needle 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 Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
Downtown Seattle
Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Space Needle and Pike Place Market are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
