South Seattle, WA

Seattle

Seattle downtown skyline sunset from Dr. Jose Rizal or 12th Avenue South Bridge
Seattle downtown skyline sunset from Dr. Jose Rizal or 12th Avenue South Bridge
The boiler room at the Steam Plant offers an eerie glimpse into early 20th-century working conditions. Oil (and later coal) was fed into 16 giant boilers to produce the steam required to turn the Curtis Steam Turbines in the room next door. The Georgetown Steam Plant was built in 1906 to provide power for Seattle's streetcars, the city of Georgetown, and the Seattle-Tacoma Railway. Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within 10 years. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand. Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.
These control panels monitored the Curtis Steam Turbines installed in 1906 and 1907. Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within a decade. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand. Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.
Fantastic little place, opened by designer Timothy De Clue. Eclectic mix of vintage and decorative for the home. Some great items all price points. A place you want to come back to as soon as you can afford to.

Popular places to visit

Hat, boots & airplanes in Oxbow park. Also has a play structure, nice grass and a p-patch.

Oxbow Park

Oxbow 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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

Oxbow Park
Museum of Flight which includes interior views

Greater Duwamish

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Greater Duwamish during your travels in Seattle.

Greater Duwamish
This 1907 Curtis Steam Turbine is one of only a handful still remaining from the early days of electrical power generation. Turbine design was at the forefront of technology in the early 1900s, and this particular turbine is a wonderful example, as it generated nearly 3 times the power of an adjacent turbine installed just one year earlier. Later, in 1917, a much smaller third turbine was added, which itself generated nearly as much power as the first two turbines combined. Such is the relentless pace of technology, and why so few of these historical turbines remain. The Georgetown Steam Plant was built in 1906 to provide power for Seattle's streetcars, the city of Georgetown, and the Seattle-Tacoma Railway. Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within 10 years. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand. Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.

Georgetown Powerplant Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Georgetown Powerplant Museum during your travels in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Georgetown Powerplant Museum
Seattle Waterfront featuring boating, sailing and city views

Seattle Waterfront

A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.

Seattle Waterfront
Puget Sound which includes modern architecture

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.

Space Needle
Pike Place Market featuring a city, signage and night scenes

Pike Place Market

Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.

Pike Place Market

Things to do

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®- Save on admission to top attractions

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®

$102
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®
1-Day Mount Rainier National Park Tou

Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle

$148
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Seattle Kraken Ice Hockey Game at Climate Pledge Arena

Seattle Kraken Ice Hockey Game at Climate Pledge Arena

$129
per adult
Seattle Kraken Ice Hockey Game at Climate Pledge Arena
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South Seattle Hotel Deals

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

5 out of 5
411 University St Seattle WA
$311 nightly
The price is $367 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$367 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,508 reviews)
Amazing room, the shower is an oasis, and the aesthetic of the hotel oozes class.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Fairmont Olympic Hotel
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
$110 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$130 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,285 reviews)
Clean room, helpful and nice staff

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St Seattle WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$157 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$185 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,453 reviews)
The only thing I didn’t like was to paid for parking 50 dollars a night

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
$159 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$188 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,447 reviews)
Every single worker we came into contact was wonderful! Extremely pleasant. Ate dinner at Oliver’s and the roasted chicken was delicious! The location is great easy to catch monorail to the center walk to restaurants, cafe, shopping. The elevator is secure the room was clean. Next stay I need a ...

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way Seattle WA
$98 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
$116 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,979 reviews)
Nice atmosphere

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
$119 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
$140 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,235 reviews)
A very nice and comfortable hotel, with very friendly staff. The location is walking distance to many tourist attractions.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around South Seattle

Caption---- sunset behind Safeco field, Seattle

Industrial District

While you're in Industrial District, take in top sights like T-Mobile Park or Showbox SoDo, and hop on the metro to see more the city at SoDo Station or Stadium Station.

Industrial District
Caption---- sunset behind Safeco field, Seattle

SoDo

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium Station to see more of the area.

SoDo
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Central District

If you're spending time in Central District, check out sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.

Central District
Pioneer Square showing central business district, heritage architecture and street scenes

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.

Pioneer Square
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First Hill

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

First Hill
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West Seattle

4.5/5(58 area reviews)

West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alki Beach and Alki Point Lighthouse.

West Seattle
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South Seattle, WA

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