Nightlife in Seattle
Live music is a strong feature of Seattle's nightlife, thanks to its long musical heritage in particularly grunge, rock and folk. Capitol Hill is the place to catch the latest bands and salsa at the Century Ballroom. Go Downtown for sophisticated sounds at Jazz Alley and classical music at the Benaroya Hall. Queen Anne, Ballard and the Waterfront are prime spots for bars like Havana. Bars get busy early, especially during happy hours.
Bars
Expand all1. The Copper Gate - Viking-style drinking
Show moreTrendy Ballard is home to The Copper Gate, a Scandinavian-themed bar decorated with vintage photos. The Viking ship bar towers over copper tables, where diners order Swedish meatballs and pickled herring to accompany vodkas and potent cocktails.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
6301, 24th Avenue NW, 98107
Telephone
+1 206 706 3292
2. Bookstore Bar - Reading and drinking
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More than 50 single malt whiskies are on offer at the Downtown Bookstore Bar in the trendy Alexis Hotel. Books, framed prints and deep armchairs provide a library feel for guests and smart city dwellers who meet for after-work drinks.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Alexis Hotel, 92 Madison Street, 98104
Telephone
+1 206 624 3646
3. The Sitting Room - Shabby chic and cocktails
Show moreThe Sitting Room in the Queen Anne district, with candlelit patio and zinc bar, is popular with actors. The interior features vintage sofas, beaten-up cinema seats and low-lit charm. House cocktails are infused with herbs - try Chartreuse muddled with thyme.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
108, West Roy Street, 98119
Telephone
+1 206 285 2830
4. Can Can - Can can and cocktails
Show moreCan Can is an atmospheric spot in Pike Place Market on the Waterfront. Low lighting, intimate nooks and Parisian music set the mood. Sip cocktails or enjoy seafood for two while enjoying varied live entertainment every night of the week.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
94, Pike Street, 98101
Telephone
+1 206 652 0832
5. Havana - Cuban cocktails
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Havana's timeworn elegance comes to the Waterfront District in the shape of vintage lamps, dark booths and lively Cuban tunes. Order a Flordita (original daiquiri) and allow yourself to be transported to pre-Castro Cuba. Book ahead to guarantee a table.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1010, East Pike Street, 98122
Telephone
+1 206 323 2822
Clubs
Expand all6. Trinity Nightclub - Pulsating house music
Show moreDowntown clubbing on a grand scale, Trinity has three rooms of pulsating house music. Weekends draw the biggest crowds. On quieter nights, clubbers congregate in the bar, decorated with a Chinese motif. Guest DJs are national stars or Seattle favourites.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
111, Yesler Way, 98104
Telephone
+ 1 206 447 4140
7. Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - Candlelit jazz
Show more During the club's 20-year history, legends like Eartha Kitt have played at Dimitriou's Jazz Alley in Downtown Seattle. Diners are seated at candlelit tables on the balcony, or on black velvet banquettes by the stage, while jazz acts entertain.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2033, 6th Avenue, 98121
Telephone
+1 206 441 9729
8. Club Contour - DJs and bands
Show moreIt's always party time at Club Contour in Downtown Seattle. Clubbers make their way to the small dance floor while DJs and live bands play anything from progressive house to trance and jazz fusion. Arrive early for daily happy hour prices.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
807, 1st Avenue, 98104
Telephone
+1 206 477 7704
9. See Sound Lounge - Chic cocktails
Show moreThe minimalist See Sound Lounge in Belltown attracts smartly dressed revellers who mingle amid sleek couches and tables, faux waterfalls and salt water aquariums, sipping creative house cocktails. There's also groovy DJ music and a snack menu.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
115, Blanchard Street, 98121
Telephone
+1 206 374 3733
10. Century Ballroom - Salsa and swing
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The Century Ballroom in Capitol Hill is loved by devotees of salsa, swing and Lindy Hop. On Thursday and Saturday salsa nights, this restaurant-dance club hosts hundreds of dancers and diners who come to enjoy cocktails and the Mexican menu.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
915, East Pine Street, 98122
Telephone
+1 206 324 7263
11. The Last Supper Club - Dancing and lounging
Show moreIt looks small from the outside, but The Last Supper Club houses three levels of bars and dance floors in Pioneer Square. Dance to the latest house, techno and Top 40 sounds on laser-lit podiums, or lounge downstairs on velvet couches.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
124, South Washington Street, 98104-2522
Telephone
+ 1 206 748 9975
Entertainment
Expand all12. Seattle Symphony at Benaroya Hall - Classical music and sculpture
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Downtown Benaroya Hall is home to the Seattle Symphony, whose programme often features the building's 4,490-pipe Watjen Organ. During the interval, concert goers can admire Dale Chihuly's chandelier sculptures, suspended in The Boeing Company Gallery and weighing three tonnes.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
200, University Street, 98101
Telephone
+1 206 215 4800
13. Paramount Theatre - Plays and musicals
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Opened in the 1920s, the Downtown Paramount Theatre has played host to Swedish bell ringers, horse-shoe pitchers, and one-legged cyclists. These days visitors enjoy well-known comedians and Broadway shows in the glitzy gold and red auditorium.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
911, Pine Street, 98101
Telephone
+1 206 467 5510
14. Neumos - Cutting-edge bands
Show moreCapitol Hill venue Neumos features all that's new on the Seattle music scene. A young and stylish crowd welcomes cutting-edge bands. Scarlet walls, mermaid murals and a balcony add to the atmosphere.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
925, East Pike St, 98122
Telephone
+1 206 709 9467
15. Showbox - Classic rock venue
Show moreStars like Frank Sinatra and Iggy Pop have played the Showbox in the Waterfront district. These days, rock bands rule. The auditorium has Art Deco pillars and a spring-loaded dance floor. The Green Room serves signature cream cheese-topped hot dogs.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1426, 1st Avenue, 98101
Telephone
+1 206 628 3151
