Seattle/Tacoma Activities

Point Defiance Park

There's something for everyone at this beautiful park, which includes more than 700 acres of woodland trails, gardens and waterfront views, along with a zoo and aquarium.

Museum of Glass

W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory

Located in Wright Park (27-acre walkable arboretum) very near the hotel

Children's Museum of Tacoma

Great activity for families!

Tacoma Book Center

Largest used bookstore in WA! Asked about owning a brick-and-mortar bookstore, the owner said this: "“When the electric light bulb came out it was a severe setback for the candle, but it is still around because it gives what the electric light bulb can't...Warmth and romance. In many ways, the book is the same thing. It is not going to die. People are always going to want a book in their hands.” Cheers to that!

The Center for Wooden Boats

ok, Laurel might be the only person interested in this one, but if you'd care to see some beautiful wooden boats from different eras, the Seattle docks and waterside, or learn about pacific northwest maritime history, check this place out (for free)!

Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture

Fantastic natural history museum located on the University of Washington campus

Cloudburst Brewing

"interesting beers that live up to the hype"

Olympic Sculpture Park

A nice walking loop runs north to the Space Needle, west to the Olympic Sculpture Park, and then south along the wharves to Pike Place.

The Pike Brewing Company

Pike brewing company has been making craft beers since before they were cool (1989). Stop by for a flight!

Pike Place Market

Pike Place Market is a public market that is one of the oldest continuously operated public farmers' markets in the United States (opened in 1907). This is a famous Seattle landmark, check it out!

Seattle Children's Museum

features 18,000 sq feet of play space with 11 exhibits designed for kids 6 months to 8 years

Ghostfish Brewing Company

Gluten-free beer is here! Ghostfish uses a variety of gluten-free grains to make some fantastic beer

Frye Art Museum

The Frye is a free art museum in Seattle, worth a visit!

Green Lake Park

The 2.8-mile path around the lake provides a perfect recreational spot for runners, bikers, skaters and walkers. You can also visit the park for boating, picnics and swimming. Visitors say this is a fun place to go with kids as well!

Seattle Art Museum

Seattle's largest art museum

Bainbridge Island

Catch a ferry out to Bainbridge island to explore some nature walks, shop, or check out the art museum. Fantastic half-day or day trip!

Woodland Park Zoo

Wonderful zoo for families! Laurel will vouch for very cute pandas that lounge and munch on bamboo without a care in the world about 4 feet in front of you.

Chihuly Garden and Glass

Site showcasing the studio glass of Dale Chihuly, one of Seattle's best-known artists. You won't believe what can be made out of glass!