Urban Gyro
This bustling counter-service spot dishes out classic Mediterranean eats including falafel, kefta and gyros.
Downtown Is Open
Welcome Back Downtown
Downtown Seattle’s business and nonprofit landscape was significantly altered by COVID-19. Today, more workers and visitors are returning to the center city, helping put downtown on a steady path to recovery. Help support downtown arts and cultural venues, retailers, restaurants and other businesses by using our directory below. Updated regularly, it features over 500 listings, including hours of operation and neighborhood. See you downtown!
Urban Outfitters
Chain with a hipster vibe known for on-trend fashions, accessories and quirky home-decor items.
VanMoof
Ride the future with VanMoof’s next-gen electric bikes. Schedule a test ride appointment to try before you buy!
Villa Escondida
Festive Mexican restaurant with authentic cuisine and atmosphere, including scratch-made Oaxacan specialties.
Restaurants & Bars
Virginia Inn
Iconic spot serving Northwest cuisine with a full bar in a cozy patio setting. Delicious food, beer, wine and cocktails are all available to go!
Restaurants & Bars
Von’s 1000 Spirits
Downtown Seattle destination for bespoke spirits, scratch cocktails, sourdough crust pizzas and more.
Vovito
With locally roasted coffee, locally sourced pastries and treats and the best thin-crust pizza in Seattle, Vovito is proud to be a family owned small, local business for over a decade.
Hotels & Hospitality
W Seattle Hotel
Book your stay at W Seattle, a trendy hotel offering contemporary accommodations, luxury amenities and lively experiences in a vibrant downtown setting.
WAMU Theater
The Washington Music Theater welcomes guests to live music, from local performers to national tours.
Wann Japanese Izakaya
Sake & shochu wash down inventive Japanese bar food amid clean, crisp decor in a Zen-like setting.
Wasabi Sushi & Izakaya
Wasabi offers an extensive array of izakaya and sushi rolls using traditional Japanese ingredients.
Washington Athletic Club
The WAC is a private nonprofit city athletic club committed to enriching the lives of their members. Access to the Club and Club Events is available exclusively to WAC members and their personal guests. Schedule a personal tour today!
Outdoor Spaces
Waterfall Garden Park
In the space formerly occupied by the original headquarters of UPS now lies a serene and beautiful park. Stop by for a moment of quiet contemplation or to appreciate a bit of off-the-beaten-path Seattle history.
There are plenty of safe and clean ways to get downtown, but if you choose to drive, consider visiting downtownseattleparking.com for the best parking rates.