The Highlands
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Popular places to visit
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.
University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
Seattle: MoPOP Entry Ticket
Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Seattle: Terrors and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour
Leavenworth & Snoqualmie Falls One-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in The Highlands
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Other neighbourhoods around The Highlands
Northgate
Visitors often come to Northgate for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Northgate Station and Regal Thornton Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Northgate Station.
Ballard
Gardens, bars and shopping are some highlights of Ballard. Make a stop by Shilshole Bay Marina or Hiram M. Chittenden Locks while you're exploring.
Green Lake
If you're spending some time in Green Lake, Green Lake Park and East Green Lake Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Gas Works Park or Lake Union.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Union and Fremont Sunday Market.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.