There are no real dangerous areas in Seattle, but Downtown can get a bit sketchy after dark. If youre travelling alone, avoid walking around in the Downtown district and just take a taxi to get back to your accommodation.

Is Seattle safe right now Covid?

Yes, Seattle is OPEN. Travelers to Seattle—and all destinations—should continue to observe the health recommendations of national and local public health officials, as they plan to travel, while in transit, and while visiting any destination.

What areas should I avoid in Seattle?

The 10 Most Dangerous Neighborhoods in SeattleSouth Park. Located south of Downtown Seattle, South Park has a crime rate that is 187-percent higher than the national average making it the most dangerous neighborhood in Seattle. Rainier Beach. Othello. Beacon Hill. Yesler. Lake City. Burien. White Center.More items

Is it safe to go for a walk in Seattle?

For solo travelers, Seattle is an incredibly safe city that you can feel comfortable exploring on your own. Solo travelers can get around easily via cab, bus, or monorail and women have little reason to worry about walking on their own, as long as the area is well lit.

Is Seattle worth visiting?

Ecological diversity. Seattle has access to mountains, ocean, a rainforest, desert, city, farmland, islands, and even a volcano. Its well worth driving a few hours outside the city to explore the wilderness.

What is the bad side of Seattle?

In rich areas, you can get virtually any luxury you care for. In the bad neighborhoods? Well, it can get scary. Some of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Seattle include The Central District, Capitol Hill, Lower Queen Anne, Haller Lake, Northgate, Atlantic, South Lake Union, First Hill, Belltown, and Sand Point.

Is it safe to walk in Seattle at night?

Is Seattle safe at night? While no big city is perfectly safe after dark, only the Downtown area and parks in Seattle can become a bit sketchy after dark. Avoid walking around by yourself and either stick with a larger group of friends, or hop in a taxi to get back to your place.

What is Seattle best known for?

Seattle is famous for Starbucks and overall coffee culture, grunge music scene, the Seahawks, the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, headquarters of a lot of the tech industry (including both Amazon and Microsoft), hiking, kayaking, and general outdoors lifestyle (think REI).

What is so great about Seattle?

Seattle is known to many as the Emerald City because of its famous, lush evergreen forests. Sat on Puget Sound and opposite Olympic Mountains, Seattle is also a haven for nature lovers. Despite Seattles rainy reputation, you can still enjoy sunny springs and summers, when music and food festivals are abundant.

Where should I stay in Seattle without a car?

We recommend first-time visitors stay in one of the downtown neighborhoods of Belltown, the downtown core, Pioneer Square or the International District. These areas are very central, making them perfect if youre without a car and will be walking most places.

Are buses free in downtown Seattle?

More than 10 million boardings are logged each year inside Seattles downtown Ride Free Area, which allows customers to board Metro, Sound Transit and other agency buses without paying.

What drink is Seattle known for?

The classic “Old Pal” cocktail is Seattles most popular rye drink now. The Enzo is a fruity riff on it, with Aperol liqueur, fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice and rhubarb bitters.