Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park


Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory of Canada. Today, the park is your gateway to learn about the Klondike Gold Rush, explore the area's public lands, and engage with the local community.

The park and visitor center are located on the northwest corner of 2nd Ave South and South Jackson Street in the former Cadillac Hotel. The Pioneer Square neighborhood is serviced by several public transportation options. Visit your directions page for more information about parking.

  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Living History
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits

  • Banking
  • Engineering
  • Immigration
  • Westward Expansion
  • The Gold Rush

Cadillac Hotel

Large brick wall with glass windows.

Cadillac Hotel

Interactive exhibits

display of old newspapers

Two floor of interesting and interactive exhibits and displays

Ton of gold

One ton pile of gold bars

How many gold bars take to make one ton?

Front door

Front entrance to park

On the corner of Jackson St and 2nd Ave S

Miners cabin

replica of Stampeders winter cabin

Compare a replica Stampeders winter cabin to your home.

Big Wheel of Fortune

Big wheel to find your fortune

Spin the big wheel and see if you would have struck it rich.