Claire & Chris
Things To Do
Overlook Walk
Stunning, brand-new park that connects Pike Place Market to the waterfront, and the aquarium! Highly recommend grabbing some food from the market and bringing it down to the park to take in the sights. Views include both stadiums, Mt Rainier, the Olympic mountain range, and the Space Needle.
Pike Place Market
A classic Seattle destination, with flying fish, vendor stalls, and the infamous gum wall! Our favorite dining spots in the market: Le Panier: Go here to grab tasty French baked goods and sandwiches Matt's at the Market: A finer dining experience with fresh flavors Lowell's Restaurant: Tasty chowder with a view Old Stove Brewing: Brewery with lots of seating, connected to the newly opened Overlook Walk
Bainbridge Island
Buy a walk-on ticket to hop over to Bainbridge Island for the afternoon. There is a short uphill walk from the ferry terminal to get into a main street with lots of dining (notably Bruciato for wood fired pizza), wine tasting, and shopping options. Plus, you get a ferry ride built in :) Note: ferries don't always run on schedule! Be sure to leave extra time to get back to downtown for any planned evening activities.
Capitol Hill
Visit this neighborhood for nightlife and excellent meals! Connected to downtown by light rail. Restaurant recommendations Tavolata: Classic Italian restaurant Bar Vacilando: Cute cocktail bar with a full menu Tacos Chukis: Good for grab and go or sit down for smaller groups Bar recommendations Montana: Fun bar with fun interior! Linda's: Casual bar with a couple arcade games Rachel's Ginger Beer: Get a cocktail or slushie made with RGB! Lots of non-alcoholic options too of course Rhein Haus: German beer hall Dessert recommendations Hot cakes: Claire's favorite dessert! Molten chocolate cakes Salt & Straw: Ice cream offering fun and weird seasonal flavors Frankie & Jo's: Vegan ice cream shop Molly Moon's: More classic ice cream flavors, very tasty Activity recommendations See a show at Neumos or Barboza Hit the shops! Elliot Bay Bookstore is a pretty great bookstore Visit Volunteer Park. If you love karate, Bruce Lee is buried in the neighboring cemetary
Take a Hike!
If you're renting a car or driving in for your visit, hop up to the mountains to take a hike, and take in some views! Here are a few favorites. Mt Rainier NOTE: entry to the park is timed. Book your entry time prior to arrival Skyline Loop (moderate- go as far as you'd like! Great views the whole time): https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/skyline-trail-loop Tolmie Peak Trail (moderate): https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/tolmie-peak i90 corridor Ira Spring Memoria Trail (moderate/hard): https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/ira-spring-memorial Snow Lake Trail (moderate): https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/snow-lake-1 Denny Creek (easy): https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/denny-creek Off of highway 2 Blanca Lake (hard): https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/blanca-lake Leavenworth area Lake Ingalls (hard- Claire's favorite!): https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/lake-ingalls Colchuck Lake (moderate/hard): https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/colchuck-lake