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Pioneer Square, Seattle

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#5 of 12 in Historic Sites in Seattle
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Explore the historic heart of Seattle, admire the architecture, and experience the art scene and nightlife at Pioneer Square. The neighborhood is located on the spot where the city's founders settled more than 150 years ago. The majority of the area's buildings originated during the late 19th century. Today they house a selection of art galleries, restaurants, bars, shops, and clubs. You can also visit several museums that tell the story of the area's history. Underground tours and ghost tours let you see the neighborhood from a different perspective. Book a Segway tour for something totally different. With our international travel planner, Seattle attractions like Pioneer Square can be center stage of your vacation plans, and you can find out about other attractions like it, unlike it, near it, and miles away.
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  • By BruceM90
    Nice area with a few stores and restaurants and historical buildings. Not too many people compared to other areas in Seattle.  more »
  • By wireless_in_CA
    This was a quiet, less visited area compared to the other spots we visited in Seattle. The low brick buildings dominated the area and added a lot of character. One of the main squares was filled...  more »
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