Discover Seattle

The original home of Seattle’s founding settlers, Pioneer Square, once considered the heart of Seattle, is located west of the International District and adjacent to Elliot Bay. Today, Pioneer Square is the home of a vibrant art and culinary scene and is home to many galleries, bars, cafés, eateries and eclectic shops.

The Seattle Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in the U.S. The region’s premier resource for hands-on marine experiences and conservation education, the Seattle Aquarium offers fun, exciting ways to discover more about the Puget Sound and our world’s one big ocean.

Founded in 1861, U of W is one of the oldest state-supported institutions of higher education on the West Coast, and the campus is beautiful to visit.

The Victoria Clipper is located next door to The Edgewater and offers day trips to popular destinations. Choose from a variety of Clipper trips to the San Juan Islands, to Portland, Oregon, to whale watching cruises or trips to Canada, including Vancouver and Victoria.

Experience Seattle from the water. For over 60 years Argosy has been showing locals and visitors a side of Seattle they rarely get to see.

A hands-on musical experience for all ages, the MoPOP is a must visit for the musically inclined. The exhibits are varied, many are interactive, and the museum is home to a world-class collection of artifacts. MoPOP will encourage visitors of all ages to experience the joy of music in its many forms.

The Seattle Great Wheel is a giant Ferris wheel at Pier 57 in Seattle. With an overall height of 175 feet, it was the tallest Ferris wheel on the west coast when it opened on June 29, 2012, and extends nearly 40 feet beyond the end of the pier, over Elliott Bay. The Seattle Great Wheel is open year-round.

A leisurely, guided walking tour beneath Seattle’s sidewalks and streets. As you roam the subterranean passages that once were the main roadways and first-floor storefronts of old downtown Seattle, guides regale you with stories of Seattle’s original settlers.

Kerry Park is a 1.26 acre park with spectacular views of downtown Seattle, Elliott Bay, the West Seattle peninsula, Bainbridge Island and Mount Rainier.

The family-owned and operated bistro first opened in 1979, and has been remodeled three times since moving to its larger, current location. Offering an exciting mix of dining, live music and performances, the nightclub also offers a unique and intimate atmosphere where all seats are located within 50 feet of the stage.

A family-run Seattle seaplane airline dedicated to creating memorable experiences for travelers. Fly to the San Juan Islands or Victoria, Canada.

Looking out over Elliot Bay, West Seattle and the Puget Sound, the Seattle waterfront is an exciting place to explore. You’ll find shops, restaurants, bars, tourist attractions, galleries, the Seattle Aquarium and more.

Take an aerial adventure with Wings Over Washington’s state-of-the-art theater. Once strapped into your seat, you’ll experience an amazing journey as you are swept into flight across the state of Washington, including the Olympic National Forest, Mt. Rainier, the San Juan Islands, the Cascades, Snoqualmie Falls, the Walla Walla Valley and the Balloon Stampede.

Home to a tasting room and retail store located in the heart of Seattle’s downtown waterfront, Copperworks is known for producing gin, vodka and whiskey.

With 10 routes to eight counties in WA and British Columbia, the Washington State Ferry is the largest ferry system in the U.S.

Myrtle Edwards Park runs along Elliott Bay and offers views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound, along a 1.25-mile winding bike and pedestrian path.

For a scenic trip to Vashon Island, take a water taxi. This pedestrian-only boat ferries people from downtown Seattle to West Seattle or Vashon Island.

An independent craft brewery founded in 1989 and located near Pike’s Market and is a must-stop during your visit to the Emerald City. The brewery is home to two restaurants: American gastropub The Pike Pub and seafood restaurant and oyster bar Tankard & Tun. The Edgewater Hotel is proud to partner with Pike Brewing on our “Over the Edge” branded brew.