Washington State Convention Center, Seattle

Name: Washington State Convention Center
Address: 705 Pike St, Seattle, 98101-2310, United States
Telephone: +1 206-694-5000

#112 among attractions in Seattle

Convention center, Event space

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Washington State Convention Center, Seattle

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The Washington State Convention Center is a convention center in Seattle, Washington, United States. It consists of several exhibition halls and meeting rooms in buildings along Pike Street in Downtown Seattle. Part of the complex straddles Interstate 5 and connects with Freeway Park. The convention center was planned in the late 1970s and funded through $90 million in bonds issued by the state legislature. ()

Coordinates: 47°36'42"N, 122°19'55"W

Address

705 Pike StDowntown Seattle (Seattle Central Business District)Seattle 98101-2310 United States

Contact

+1 206-694-5000

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Washington State Convention Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pacific Place, Seattle Eagle, Westlake Center, Freeway Park.

~860 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Pacific Place, Seattle
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Seattle, Pacific Place stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. This multi-level retail center offers a blend of high-end boutiques, well-known department stores, and a variety of dining options, all...
~1530 ftNE
Nightlife, Dancing
Seattle Eagle, Seattle
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle's vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood, the Seattle Eagle is an iconic bar that has become a cornerstone of the city's LGBTQ+ community. Known for its leather and denim dress code, this establishment is a herald of the classic gay bar...
~1230 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Westlake Center, Seattle
6 min walk • Westlake Center, nestled in the heart of downtown Seattle, stands as a modern beacon for shoppers and urban explorers alike. This multi-level shopping center, with its glass-encased facade, offers a diverse array of retail stores, dining options, and entertainment...
~700 ftS
Park
Freeway Park, Seattle
4 min walk • Nestled amongst the bustling streets of downtown Seattle, Freeway Park emerges as an urban oasis that masterfully integrates the natural landscape with the city's infrastructural elements. This innovative park, established in 1976, spans over 5 acres and is renowned...
~1250 ftW
Park, Light rail
Westlake Park, Seattle
7 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling urban landscape of Seattle, Westlake Park serves as a verdant oasis in the heart of the city's downtown area. This compact, yet inviting public space is a central hub of social interaction and urban life, providing a welcoming retreat for...
~1800 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Benaroya Hall, Seattle
9 min walk • Benaroya Hall is the home of the Seattle Symphony in Downtown Seattle, Washington, United States. It features two auditoria, the S.
~290 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
ACT Theatre, Seattle
2 min walk • ACT Theatre is a regional, non-profit theatre organization in Seattle, in the US state of Washington. Gregory A. Falls founded ACT in 1965 and served as its first Artistic director; at the time ACT was founded he was also head of the Drama Department at the University of Washington.
~630 ftN
Theater, B. Marcus Priteca, Concerts and shows
Paramount Theatre, Seattle
4 min walk • The Paramount Theatre is a 2,807-seat performing arts venue located at 9th Avenue and Pine Street in Seattle, Washington, United States. The theater originally opened on March 1, 1928 as the Seattle Theatre, with 3,000 seats.
~1030 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle
5 min walk • The 5th Avenue Theatre is a landmark theatre building located in Seattle, Washington. It has hosted a variety of theatre productions and motion pictures since it opened in 1926.
~1550 ftW
Monuments and statues
McGraw Square, Seattle
8 min walk • McGraw Square is a small plaza and streetcar stop in the Denny Triangle neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. The 0.01-acre park, one of the smallest in the city park system, is named for and features a statue of former King County Sheriff and Governor of Washington John Harte McGraw.
0.4 miSW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
The Showbox, Seattle
11 min walk • The Showbox is a music venue in Seattle, Washington. It has been owned by AEG Live since 2007.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Washington State Convention Center open?

Washington State Convention Center is open:

Monday 6 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 6 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 6 am - 10 pm
Thursday 6 am - 10 pm
Friday 6 am - 10 pm
Saturday 6 am - 10 pm
Sunday 6 am - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Washington State Convention Center?

Nearby attractions include ACT Theatre, Seattle (2 min walk), Eagles Auditorium Building, Seattle (2 min walk), Premiere on Pine, Seattle (3 min walk), Paramount Theatre, Seattle (4 min walk).

How to get to Washington State Convention Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Washington State Convention Center:

Bus

Pike St & Convention Pl • Lines: 101, 102, 150, 550 (2 min walk)
Pine St & 9th Ave • Lines: 11 (4 min walk)

Light rail

Westlake • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
University Street • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)

Train

Westlake Center (6 min walk)
Seattle King Street (25 min walk)

Tram

Pacific Place • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (7 min walk)
Westlake & Denny • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (14 min walk)

Trolleybus

3rd Ave & Seneca St • Lines: 1, 13, 3, 4, 49 (10 min walk)
3rd Ave & Virginia St • Lines: 1, 13, 2, 3, 4 (12 min walk)

Ferry

Seattle Waterfront • Lines: Seattle-Blake Island (16 min walk)
Seattle • Lines: Seattle-Bremerton, Seattle-Winslow (20 min walk)