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Jan 23, 2024 · The 27 Essential Things to Do in Seattle, Washington. By Vivian Chung. |. Reviewed by Ann Henson. |. Last updated on Jan. 23, 2024. If you're a first-time visitor to Seattle, no trip would be...
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Capitol Hill
Eat, bar hop, and shop in the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood. 📍 Google Maps Seattle is a city of neighborhoods and Capitol Hill is among the best neighborhoods in Seattle. This historical core of the LGBTQ community has gone through a multitude of transformations over the years but remains a worthy destination for visitors and locals alike. On the north end of the hill is Volunteer Park, and dozens of cute shops and cafes among gorgeous and historic mansions. Further south along the Pike...
Pike Place Market
Explore the famous hundred-year-old market. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 682-7453 | Website | Hours: 9 am – 5 pm daily | Entrance: free |👉 Take A Food Tour of Pike Place Market Pike Place Market is Seattle’s iconic market in the heart of the city center. It even made my list of the best things to do and see in Washington state. Take your time wandering through the top level of this expansive market with hundreds of vendors selling produce, handmade goods, art, flowers, and more. Don’t negle...
Discovery Park
Hike through the biggest park in the city. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 386-4236 | Website| Hours: 4 am -11:30 pm daily A trip to Discovery Park is a good way to feel like you’re leaving the bustling city behind without actually exiting city limits. At 534 acres, Discovery Park is Seattle’s largest park and takes up the western end of the Magnolia neighborhood. Come here if you want to wander through a forest, go bird watching, explore along the bluffs and find a good place to picnic. Wander...
Downtown Waterfront
Check out Seattle’s lively waterfront. 📍 Google Maps On a typical day by the waterfront, you’ll see people wandering down the pathway to and from Olympic Sculpture Park, jogging, fishing, or stopping to get some seafood from Ivars. This is a great place for people watching, and an easy walk from the downtown Seattle city center. Go to Miner’s Landing to grab a bite to eat, buy some souvenirs, take pictures with the quirky statues and, of course, take a ride on the Seattle Great Wheel. Head n...
Argosy Cruises
Take a tour of Seattle from a boat. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 623-1445 | Website| Hours: 10 am – 5 pm daily | Entrance: $39+ adults, $35 senior (65+), $22 youth (4-12), free kids (3 and under) If you’ve never been on a boat tour before, this is your chance to partake in one that’s both informative and beautiful. Argosy Cruises is a tour company that operates from the Seattle waterfront. All tours have live narration, and there’s a bar on board that serves cocktails and other beverages and...
Museum of Flight
Get up close and personal with aircraft. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 764-5700 | Website| Hours: 10 am – 5 pm daily | Entrance: $23 adults, $16 youth (5-17), $20 seniors (65+), free ages 4 and under The Museum of Flight is a must for flight enthusiasts. It’s one of the largest air and space museums in the world and is packed full of aircraft, artifacts, exhibits, and more for visitors to see and learn about the history of flight. You can also enjoy this museum free the first Thursday of the...
City Parks
Picnic, jog, or stroll through the city parks. Phone: (206) 684-4075 | Website You’ll find a wealth of green spaces and city parks in Seattle, so getting outdoors for some fresh air is a must. One of the most popular is Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill. Not only does it have a botanical garden and museum, but there’s also plenty of space to picnic, play frisbee, and ample play areas for kids. Gas Works Park is a must-visit if you want incredible views of the city across Lake Union. Check out Se...
Golden Gardens Park
Spend time on Seattle’s prettiest beach. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 684-4075 | Website| Hours: 4 am – 11:30 pm daily Golden Gardens is one of the most beautiful beaches in Seattle. Up north in Ballard, this is the place to go if you want to spend a nice, warm day along the Puget Sound. There’s room to play volleyball as well as picnic tables and outdoor grills for barbecuing. In cooler seasons, you can explore the park’s trails, listen and watch for seals, enjoy a bonfire, or go during low...
Washington Park Arboretum
Stroll through a peaceful arboretum. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 543-8800 | Website| Hours: 8 am – 8 pm daily Venture out to the Washington Park Arboretum to see one of the most beautiful and peaceful spots in Seattle. Nature lovers will want to visit the Arboretum in the Madison Park neighborhood no matter what season you come. You’ll wander through hundreds of varieties of trees and plants in different themed gardens, including a woodland garden and Japanese garden. Enjoy the vibrant colo...
In addition to the below activities in this section, you can also read my full list of 33 free things to do in Seattlefor more budget-friendly Seattle activity ideas.
Georgetown
Explore Seattle’s gritty, cool and eclectic neighborhood. 📍 Google Maps Georgetown is by far one of the coolest neighborhoods in Seattle. Its gritty and edgy vibe makes it feel somewhat like Seattle’s neighbor to the south, Tacoma. You’ll find restaurants, cafes, dispensaries, breweries, and bars throughout, but most of the action is along Airport Way S. Peruse the vintage shops or check out graphic novels at Fantagraphics. Grab sweet treats from Matcha Man Ice Cream and Tayaki or pop over t...
Ride a Seaplane
Book a ride on a seaplane. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (866) 435-9524 | Website | Hours: 6:30 am – 3 pm daily | Entrance: $119/person for a 30 minute flight |👉 Book a Seaplane Tour The Emerald City is known for its beauty and what better way to take it all in than from the air? Kenmore Air offers seaplane rides from Lake Union in Seattle where you’ll get to see several Seattle landmarks – the Space Needle, Elliott Bay, the University of Washington Campus, and more. This is the perfect excursion...
Connections Museum
Check out one of the most unusual museums in Seattle. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 767-3012 | Website| Hours: Only open Sundays 10 am – 3 pm | Entrance: free ($5 donation suggested) Located in Georgetown, this little-known niche museum is perfect for those interested in technology, telecommunications, and how the two have evolved over the years. Note it is only open Sundays! The museum has multiple exhibits that are both interactive and informative and show the extent of the work that went i...
McCaw Hall
Watch a moving opera performance. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 733-9725 | Website If you want to catch a show in a beautiful venue, look no further than McCaw Hall. This is the center for the opera, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and other live performances in the city, located right near the Space Needle. Go for a more casual Sunday morning viewing or dress up for an evening show. They have an on-site restaurant and a well-stocked gift shop. Check their website before you go to see what’s playing!
Museum Hopping
Explore Seattle’s museum scene. A rainy day in Seattle means it’s time to go museum hopping. The Museum of History and Industry(MOHAI) is one of the more popular ones. Here, you’ll learn about Seattle’s transformation into the hub it is today through several eye-opening exhibits. This one is a must for major history fans. To learn more about Seattle’s communities, visit the Wing Luke Museum where you’ll learn about the history Asian American community in the city. The Northwest African Americ...
Board Game Cafes
Play board games over brews. Seattle is home to several board game spots where you can shop for new games or rent some from the store’s collection and play them in-store. Of these, Mox Boarding House is the largest and most well-known. They have a great selection of games, a varied and tasty food and drink menu, and host tournaments and other game nights for new and experienced gamers. Their location in Ballard is where you’ll want to go, though they also have one in the neighboring city of B...
Pike Place Market Food Tour
Taste your way through Seattle’s number one attraction. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: (206) 682-7453 |👉 Book a Chef-Guided Food Tour One of the best ways to get familiar with Pike Place Market is through its culinary scene! The historic district boasts tons of bakeries, cafes, restaurants, and food stands. Booking a chef-guided food touris a great way to try a lot of them all at once. You’ll get to skip the lines and taste generously portioned samples on this visitor and resident-friendly tour. Co...
Asean Streat Food Hall
Pig out on Southeast Asian cuisine at a colorful indoor food court in Westlake Center. 📍 Google Maps | Phone: +1 206 695 2510 | Website| Hours: 11 am – 9 pm daily Asean Streat Food Hall is a relatively new spot in downtown Seattle. This indoor food court in Westlake Center is perfect for a quick, tasty, and generously portioned meal at a decent price. Come here on a cold or rainy day to order a variety of Southeast Asian dishes for lunch or dinner. The food court is filled with twinkling lig...
Molly Moon’s Ice Cream
Eat delectable, locally-made ice cream. 📍 Google Maps (multiple locations) | Phone: (206) 294-4389 | Website| Hours: 12 pm – 10 pm Sunday – Thursday, 12 pm – 11 pm Friday – Saturday If you want ice cream in Seattle, you can’t go wrong with a trip to Molly Moon’s. This local, woman-owned Seattle institution has standout permanent flavors (their salted caramel is always a win!), and rotating seasonal flavors. Ingredients are sourced locally, and the mouthwatering scent of their fresh, in-house...
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Mar 21, 2024 · 1. Seattle Center & the Space Needle. 2. Pike Place Market. 3. Discovery Park. 4. Chihuly Garden and Glass. 5. Go Underground in the Pioneer Square Historic District. 6. Learn about Puget Sound at the Seattle Aquarium. 7. Woodland Park Zoo. 8. MOHAI: The Museum of History & Industry. 9. Watch Boats Pass at Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (Ballard Locks)
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