South Seattle, WA

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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the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within 10 years.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the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within a decade.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

#troverdetour - The Duwamish is a working river, but the soul of the river remains. Grab a boat/kayak

Greater Duwamish

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

Greater Duwamish
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
The boiler room at the Steam Plant offers an eerie glimpse into early 20th-century working conditions. Oil

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

8th Avenue South Street End

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at 8th Avenue South Street End during your travels in Seattle.

8th Avenue South Street End

Jefferson Park Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Seattle at Jefferson Park Golf Course. Discover the great live music and shops in this vibrant area.

Jefferson Park Golf Course

Georgetown Arts & Cultural Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Georgetown Arts & Cultural Center in Seattle. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.

Georgetown Arts & Cultural Center

Things to do

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Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

$30
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90% of travellers recommend
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket

Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket

$40
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Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
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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Seattle City Tour

$74
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seattle City Tour
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®- Save on admission to top attractions

Seattle C3® by CityPASS®

$102
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seattle C3® by CityPASS®
Smith Tower: Observatory Access Ticket

Seattle: Smith Tower Observatory Access Ticket

$25
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Seattle: Smith Tower Observatory Access Ticket
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South Seattle Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
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Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA

3 out of 5
3100 South 192nd Street SeaTac WA
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
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Executive Hotel Pacific
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
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Mayflower Park Hotel
Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

5 out of 5
411 University St Seattle WA
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Fairmont Olympic Hotel
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way Seattle WA
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Lighttrails of the I-90 coming out of Safeco. #LifeAtExpedia

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
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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 Edwin Pratt Park and Fine 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
West Seattle

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 West Seattle Golf Course.

West Seattle

South Seattle, WA

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