Seattle Tourism Crisis 2025: Why Visitors Are Vanishing

Seattle is bracing for a major tourism downturn in 2025, with forecasts showing a 27% drop in international visitors. From the Canadian travel boycott slashing cross-border trips, to struggling duty-free shops and fewer hotel bookings, the Emerald City’s visitor economy faces serious challenges.But it’s not all bad news—downtown Seattle is rebounding, with rising foot traffic, hotel occupancy, and new development bringing energy back to the city. And with major global events on the horizon, there’s hope for long-term growth.