Things to Do, Places to Go
Check out
the
Seattle CityPass for discounts on many
of Seattle's most popular attractions.
The Woodland Park Zoo
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Woodland Park Zoo encompasses 92 acres and
features more than 1,090 individual animals
representing nearly 300 species. The grounds
are divided into what are known as
bioclimatic zones, the unique habitats
around the world, from tropical rain forests
to the frigid climes of the Far North.
Seattle Aquarium
- See, touch and explore our amazing
underwater world. Also enjoy a stroll on the
Seattle Waterfront.
The Seattle Space Needle
- The Space Needle is located
at Seattle Center. That’s an apt description
of where we are: the center of Seattle.
Whatever your interests—theatre, ballet,
opera, professional sports, rock ‘n’ roll
history, roller coasters, science, movies,
shopping, exploring or just plain walking
around—the city unfurls from the Space
Needle
The Seattle Centre - The original
grounds of the Seattle World’s Fair have
been transformed into a center for arts and
cultural – there is always something going
on.
The Pacific Science Center
- Pacific Science Center began as the United
States Science Pavilion during the 1962
Seattle World's Fair, it now features
fascinating exhibits for both kids and
adults.
Washington Park Arboretum
- is a spectacular 230 acre urban green
space on the shores of Lake Washington just
east of downtown Seattle and south of the
University of Washington.
Pike Place Market
- The Pike Place Market is the soul of
Seattle. The Market's traditions, products,
and people create a unique shopping
destination and a thriving community.
Seattle Art Museum - The region's
premier art museum features work from every
corner of the world, with an impressive
collection of Old Master paintings, African
masks, contemporary Northwest art, and much
more. The museum offers free gallery tours,
lectures, and a café.
Pacific Place
is downtown Seattle's premier shopping,
dining and entertainment center
Pioneer Square - The cultural heart of
Seattle featuring over twenty city blocks of
historic buildings, more than thirty
galleries, a vibrant retail sector, and
Seattle’s most exciting nightlife
Seattle Monorail
- is the nation's
first full-scale commercial monorail system.
It is a favorite part of the Seattle skyline
and provides a fun, quick and convenient
link from downtown Seattle to Seattle Center
Olympic Sculpture Park
- waterfront park
gives Seattle residents and visitors the
opportunity to experience a variety of
sculpture in an outdoor setting, while
enjoying the incredible views and beauty of
the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound.
Experience Music Project - Located next
to the base of the Space Needle in Seattle
it captures and reflects the essence of rock
‘n’ roll, its roots in jazz, soul, gospel,
country and the blues, as well as rock’s
influence on hip-hop, punk and other recent
genres
Paramount Theater Seattle - Washington
residents and visitors have been entertained
at Seattle’s magnificent Paramount Theatre.
Millions have delighted in The Theatre’s
architectural majesty, viewed countless
films, and enjoyed thousands of performers
from all corners of the globe.
Boeing Plant Seattle -
The
Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing
Tour, located 25 miles north of Seattle in
Everett, Wash
Ballard Locks and Ship Canal -
Both tourists and locals enjoy watching the parade of sailboats, motorboats,
tugs, barges and yachts passing through.
Tulalip Casino - Tulalip is always
among the first to have the latest games
available.
Washington State -
Cities in Washington with Hotel and Tourist Information
Seattle Visitor Information Sites
Seattle Attractions
- Attractions and tours with links to Seattle's favorite places for tourist and
locals alike
Seattle Hotels -
Seattle has great hotels for any budget stay
downtown or check out some of the hotels in greater Seattle.
Seattle Airport Hotels - Sea Tac Airport serves as the International gateway
to Seattle about 20-30 minutes from downtown there are plenty of Hotel options
there.
Odyssey Museum
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a regional showcase
where people can discover our modern links to the Puget Sound and
the North Pacific -- including commercial fishing, shipping, trade,
transportation, recreation, and marine protection
Seattle's
Convention and Visitors Bureau
Seattle Restaurants Downtown Seattle
- Famous for fresh Pacific
Northwest cuisine Restaurants in Seattle serve some of the most
imaginative, ethnic and diverse food to please any palate.
Shopping in
Seattle - Seattle has some of the best shopping in the Pacific
Northwest both downtown Seattle and in the neighboring areas.
Tillicum Village Seattle
one of Seattle's most talked about
attractions
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International District
International District
- It's the only neighborhood in America where
Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Vietnamese and Southeast Asians
live and work together, side-by-side.
Seattle Chinatown - Just minutes away from downtown
Seattle, it's possible to discover the traditions, spirit
and soul of a 7,000 year old culture.
Auburn
Emerald
Downs Horse Racing - Come experience horse racing at its best at Emerald
Downs, located in Auburn Washington
Muckleshoot
Casino - At Muckleshoot Casino we offer something for
everyone! From over 2,600 machines and poker to exciting
tables games like blackjack, craps, roulette and more. No
matter what kind of fun you’re in the mood for,
Muckleshoot’s got it!
Neighbourhoods
Ballard Seattle
Washington - Overlooking Salmon Bay, the
community of Ballard is often associated with the
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, what
is locally known as the Ballard Locks.
Belltown Seattle - the most densely populated neighborhood in Seattle
located on the city's downtown waterfront
Capitol Hill Seattle - with distinctive, turn of the century bungalows and classic apartments,
shopping, and nightlife. Home to a diverse population, including a strong gay
community
Financial District Seattle
- stretches between The Fairmont Olympic Hotel and Nordstrom. Fifth and
Sixth avenues offer upscale shopping
Fremont Seattle - an
eclectic, artsy neighborhood of Seattle located in the north-central section of
Seattle Overlooking Salmon Bay
Queen Anne
Seattle - situated just north of Seattle Center and just south of
Fremont across the Lake Washington Ship Canal. The hill early became a popular
spot for the city's economic and cultural elite to build their mansions
Puget Sound Seattle - Seattle lies in the center of the Puget Sound region and sits between Elliot Bay
and Lake Washington
University District Seattle
- 3
miles from downtown
Seattle, the "U District" stretches from Ravenna to Portage Bay and from I-5 to
Lake Washington. Home to the University of Washington and many unique commercial
districts.
Waterfront Seattle - one
of the most magnificent, awe-inspiring seaports in the world. Cruise ships
shopping, dinning and many attractions.
West Seattle - Among the
area's attractions are its saltwater beach parks along Elliott Bay and Puget
Sound, including Alki Beach and Lincoln Park
Green Lake
Green Lake Park -
The lake itself is ringed by an often busy
jogging/ walking/ in-line skating track, and has boat rentals, and Evans
Swimming Pool. Located next to the Woodland Park Zoo.
Woodland Park Zoo - World
Famous Woodland Park Zoo encompasses 92 acres and features more than
1,090 individual animals representing nearly 300 species.
Lake Union
Gas Works Park
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Gas Works Park has a play area with a large play barn, and big hill
popular for flying kites. Special park features include a sundial, and a
beautiful view of Seattle
Lake Union
Seattle - Gas Works Park is the largest park on Lake Union and the most
popular for Seattleites and visitors. It is the venue for summer concerts and
one of the two major Fourth of July fireworks shows in Seattle.
Lake Washington
Seward Park - boasts 300
acres of beautiful forest land - home to eagles' nests, old growth forest, a 2.4
mile bike and walking path, an amphitheater, a native plant garden, an art
studio, miles of hiking trails, and more.
Lake Washington
Seattle - situated between Seattle to the
west, Bellevue and Kirkland to the east,
Renton to the
south, and Kenmore to the north, and surrounds Mercer Island.
West Seattle
Alki Beach Park -
in West Seattle is best known for its salty, sandy beach, narrow streets, newly
constructed condominiums mixed with quaint houses, some with breathtaking views
of the Seattle skyline.
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