First Hill
Seattle
Visit First Hill
Popular places to visit
Swedish Medical Center
If Swedish Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Seattle.
Frye Art Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Frye Art Museum in Seattle. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Waterfront
This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
Pike Place Market
America’s oldest farmers’ market and a food lover’s paradise offering a cornucopia of stalls and shops right here in Seattle.
Things to do
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Space Needle Park Tour – Self-Guided Walk
Seattle Kraken Ice Hockey Game at Climate Pledge Arena
Seattle: Pike Place Market Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Top hotels in First Hill
Mediterranean Inn
The hotel is quiet and comfortable. Parking spaces are a little tight but worth it.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Convenient location to airport, nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Staff was great. Location is perfect but the property is run down and low water pressure
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Wonderful! The desk staff were friendly, and the room was perfect. It was bigger than other downtown rooms we have stayed and the design is very up to date. Bed was comfy, room was quiet and everything was SUPER clean. It was just a few steps to several good eating options (Having tried others on ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Needed a night’s stay near the airport. This place was clean, neat, quiet and easy to check in/out even at odd times. A nice room near where I parked as well. I’m a little sad that I didn’t get a chance to take advantage of the amenities this trip!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
Staff is amazing
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around First Hill
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.
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.
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.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
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.
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.
