Helping you get around during the Period of Maximum Constraint

Over the next five years, Seattle’s downtown will be in a state of transition to meet the needs of our growing city. We’re calling this the Seattle Squeeze.

Traffic will be bad. We’ll all need to continue to do our part to change how we get to and through downtown Seattle.

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Shop the Squeeze and Win!

Commuting Downtown? Get your camera ready! We’ve created a 2019 series of delightful photo contests to help boost awareness of small businesses throughout the Seattle Squeeze—and give commuters like you a chance to win some amazing prizes like a $100 pre-loaded ORCA card or Visa gift card. Join the fun and make the most of your commute today!

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Summer Updates: Chinatown-International District, Downtown, and Pioneer Square

If you’re spending time in the Chinatown-International District, Downtown Seattle, or Pioneer Square this summer, stay informed about construction and other impacts. We’ve got details on projects and tips to make your time downtown as easy as possible. Also, check out one of these free events sponsored by the City.

Learn more about each neighborhood’s events:

Chinatown-International District

Downtown

Pioneer Square

Latest Blog Posts

Read our latest updates, get traffic information, and more.

SDOT Director Sam Zimbabwe, Cascade Bicycle Club’s Vicky Clark, and Mayor Jenny Durkan hold the ribbon as a person biking approaches. We had a blast celebrating the opening of the bike lane!

Come on down and ride the new 8th Ave protected bike lane!

Come on down and ride the new 8th Ave protected bike lane!Read More

WSDOT Photo: North end viaduct demolition progress

Construction Impacts on Major Seattle Streets Friday, August 9 – Monday, August 12

Construction Impacts on Major Seattle Streets Friday, August 9 – Monday, August 12Read More

The view of Rainier Square from 4th Ave and Union St.

Prepare for Travel Impacts on 5th Ave from July-August for Rainier Square

Prepare for Travel Impacts on 5th Ave from July-August for Rainier SquareRead More

Here’s your new facility from the shore. Passengers coming from Alaskan Way will be able to walk down the shared walkway to reach the waiting area (center). The City of Seattle habitat beach is under construction and visible in the foreground. Photo courtesy of King County Metro from mid-May 2019.

UPDATED: Plan Ahead for No Service on King County Water Taxi and Kitsap Fast Ferry on August 5-11

UPDATED: Plan Ahead for No Service on King County Water Taxi and Kitsap Fast Ferry on August 5-11Read More

Crews repave the northbound lanes of the SR 99 Aurora bridge. Photo courtesy of WSDOT.

UPDATE: August 10-11: Lane Reductions on SR 99 Aurora Bridge

UPDATE: August 10-11: Lane Reductions on SR 99 Aurora BridgeRead More

Prepare for Travel Impacts Downtown on 1st Ave S and 3rd Ave

Prepare for Travel Impacts Downtown on 1st Ave S and 3rd AveRead More

Cars parked in park and ride lot

Learn About Permit Programs for Park and Rides!

Learn About Permit Programs for Park and Rides!Read More

Signal on 1st Ave N by Seattle Center Arena

Travel Alert: Changes to 1st Ave N for Seattle Center Arena Construction

Travel Alert: Changes to 1st Ave N for Seattle Center Arena ConstructionRead More

Northgate Park and Ride

So many ways to access park and rides!

So many ways to access park and rides!Read More

Anita in front of a Sidewalk Closed sign

VIDEO: Construction Site Access Helps Everyone Get Around.

VIDEO: Construction Site Access Helps Everyone Get Around.Read More

How long will it take to get there?

Visit our Current Traffic page! It will tell you what typical travel times look like, the current traffic conditions, and expected travel times to and from the commercial core.

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