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Things To Do
Snoqualmie Falls
Snoqualmie Falls is a 268-foot waterfall in the northwest United States, located east of Seattle on the Snoqualmie River between Snoqualmie and Fall City, Washington. Snoqualmie Falls is one of Washington state’s most popular scenic attractions. More than 1.5 million visitors come to the Falls every year. At the falls, you will find a two-acre park, gift shop, observation deck, the Salish Lodge and the famous waterfall.
Seattle Waterfront
Walking along the Seattle Waterfront is a perfect way to soak up some Northwest atmosphere. Take in views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains while exploring Olympic Sculpture Park, the Seattle Aquarium, shops, and restaurants like Ivar’s, a local landmark, where you can watch the ferries load and depart while you eat.
Pike Place Market
Located on the iconic Seattle waterfront, Pike Place is open 363 days a year and encompasses a nine-acre Market Historic District overlooking Elliott Bay. A popular spot for tourists and locals alike, while there are plenty of fresh produce stalls, including permanent stands filled with local fruits and vegetables year-round, the market is also home to a number of fish markets, butchers, flower shops, bakeries, dairy and specialty vendors, and a wide range of restaurants.
Dimitriou's Jazz Alley
This famous joint is on the border between downtown and Paulallentown, dispensing dinner service, cocktails, and world-renowned jazz and fusion acts for all who wander there. I highly recommend clicking on their website and see who will be playing while you're in town. Hot tip: it's all ages.
Discovery Park
Discovery Park is a 534 acre natural area park operated by the Seattle Parks and Recreation. It is the largest city park in Seattle, and occupies most of the former Fort Lawton site. The site is one of breathtaking majesty. Situated on Magnolia Bluff overlooking Puget Sound, Discovery Park offers spectacular view of both the Cascade and the Olympic Mountain ranges. The secluded site includes two miles of protected tidal beaches as well as open meadow lands, dramatic sea cliffs, forest groves, active sand dunes, thickets and streams.
Ballard
Ballard is a hip waterfront neighborhood with trendy restaurants, indie shops, bars and craft breweries centered on historic Ballard Avenue. Ships and salmon pass through the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, or Ballard Locks, also a popular picnic spot. The sandy beach at Golden Gardens Park draws sunbathers and volleyball players and offers mountain views. The Nordic Heritage Museum displays the area’s Scandinavian roots.
Fremont
Fremont is a neighborhood with a little of everything that makes Seattle awesome, like outdoorsy pursuits, proximity to the water, foodie delights, unique shopping, interesting architecture, and a bit of quirk. It’s small enough to explore on foot, but has a lot packed into that small space. Also, it is tucked between major landmarks, like the Gas Works Park, Woodland Park Zoo, Green Lake, and the Ballard Locks, and it makes a fine pit stop before or after any of those.
Gasworks Park Marina
On the shores of Lake Union opposite downtown Seattle, Gas Works Park was built on the location of a former coal gasification plant. The 19-acre site was acquired by the City for parkland in 1965. Opened to the public ten years later, the park, with its Great Earth Mound summit (constructed from on-site excavated material), was designed for passive uses such as strolling or flying a kite, and community gatherings at various scales. The site offers unrivaled panoramic views of the lake and downtown skyline.
Alki Beach
Seattle’s closest beach is a Pacific Northwestern riff on the popular beaches of Southern California. Along this two-mile stretch of beach, you’ll find a fair number of volleyball courts, ample tidepooling opportunities, as well as a handful of restaurants, bars, and cafes perfect for a visit any time of day.
Seattle Art Museum
Located downtown, one block from Pike Place Market, global art collections, temporary installations, and special exhibitions from around the world bridge cultures and centuries.
Seattle Center & Space Needle
Seattle Center is an arts, educational, tourism and entertainment center in Seattle, Washington, United States. Spanning an area of 74 acres (30 ha), it was originally built for the 1962 World's Fair. Its landmark feature is the 605-foot (184 m) tall Space Needle, which at the time of its completion was the tallest building west of the Mississippi River. Seattle Center is located just north of Belltown in the Uptown neighborhood.
GameWorks Seattle
Gameworks is a pubby amusement center & sports bar featuring electronic games, big-screen TVs & comfort food.
Museum of Pop Culture
The Museum of Pop Culture, or MoPOP is a nonprofit museum dedicated to contemporary popular culture. It was founded by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen in 2000 as the Experience Music Project. Since that time MoPOP has organized dozens of exhibits, 17 of which have toured across the US and internationally.
Ride the Bainbridge - Seattle Ferry
If there is one required activity of Seattle tourists, it is a trip across the open waters of Puget Sound. The memories of a Bainbridge Island ferry ride in the Pacific Northwest last a lifetime, which is why the Washington State Ferries are the most popular tourist attraction in the state. The trip from Seattle to Bainbridge Island via ferry boat (locals refer to it merely as “the boat”) is 35 minutes.
Bainbridge Island Downtown
No matter your interests, escape comes naturally on Bainbridge Island. Eclectic boutiques, scenic vistas, welcoming accommodations, and outdoor adventures await. From fine food to the great outdoors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Best of all, we’re only a short ferry ride away from the bustling metropolis of Seattle. Unplug from daily life ease into the small-town charm of Bainbridge Island. Plan your escape today – you’ll be glad you did.
Old Town Silverdale & Waterfront Park
Historic buildings from the late 1800s are still in use today in Old Town Silverdale and are now home to microbreweries, cafes, spas and shops. The main district is located directly across from the Silverdale Waterfront Park, one of the most popular parks in the region and a favorite of families thanks to all the family- and pet-friendly amenities. It includes a large play area and picnic shelters. Another tried and true establishment is the historic Old Town Tavern, untouched by Pottery Barn or Martha Stewart. It's a classic. There are several other casual dining cafes in the area. One of the newest additions to the district is Cash Brewing Co., which offers classic pub fare along with its own craft beer.
Clear Creek Trail
Clear Creek Trail is an urban trail with spurs and loops from Silverdale Waterfront Park along the northern shores of Dyes Inlet and meanders north along salmon bearing Clear Creek through riparian areas, wetlands, and remnant forest to Trigger Avenue. There are two spurs that climb east from the main stem up the hill to Harrison Hospital and one east up the hill from Markwick Park.
Port Townsend
Port Townsend is called the "City of Dreams" because of the early speculation that the city would be the largest harbor on the west coast of the United States. By the late 19th century, Port Townsend became a well-known seaport and a huge attraction due to its Victorian architecture and beautiful lighthouse.
Hoh Rain Forest
The Hoh Rain Forest has been awarded the distinction of being a World Heritage Site and a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. Its unique ecosystem has remained unchanged for thousands of years and it is now the most carefully preserved rain forest in the northern hemisphere. The best place to start your exploration of the Hoh Rain Forest is at the Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center. From there you can walk two short nature trails: the Hall of Mosses Trail, 0.8 miles long, and the Spruce Nature Trail, 1.2 miles long. My personal favorite is the Hall of Mosses trail - it's like walking through a living green cathedral.
La Push
From the historic timber town of Forks to the surfboard-worthy waves of First Beach, this Olympic Peninsula region is ideal for those seeking coastal experiences and adventure, the lush rainforest. Discover 70 miles of protected coastline and a sanctuary teeming with wildlife, from tidal pools to eagles to deer–and sometimes cougar and bear! Hike forested trails, explore rivers brimming with salmon and trout and dig into the deep-rooted culture of the local Native American tribes, like the Quileute, Hoh, and Makah.