Katherine & Matthew
Things To Do
Roozengaarde
Nothing says spring like acres and acres of gorgeous tulip fields! Located out in Skagit County, Roozengaarde and the rest of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is absolutely worth the drive!
Metsker Maps of Seattle
For all the map nerds! This unique shop is right outside of Pike Place Market and has maps of all kinds, books, travel guides, globes, flags, and much, much more! One of our favorite places to stop in whenever we're in Pike Place!
Shug's Soda Fountain and Ice Cream
Shug's is an adorable, classic vintage-style soda fountain and ice cream shop just outside of Pike Place Market, just a few doors down from Metsker Maps! With their delicious desserts of all kinds and cozy, retro aesthetic, Shug's is an instant favorite for everyone who visits- including us! One of our absolute favorite places to grab a tasty treat!
Pike Place Market
A truly iconic Seattle landmark, Pike Place Market opened in 1907 and is the oldest continuous farmers market in the country! Even over a century later, Pike Place is THE place for everything local, including freshly-caught fish, flowers, artisan and specialty foods, fresh produce, coffee, art, pottery, and much, MUCH more! A tourist destination that is worth the hype, Pike Place Market is a great way to spend the day!
Left Bank Books Collective
One of our favorite book stores in the area, and when you learn more about it, you'll know why! Located just inside Pike Place, Left Bank Books is a small, co-op bookstore established by Seattle's radical community in the early 1970s. They specialize in anti-authoritarian, anarchist, independent, radical, and small-press titles, and stock books across a myriad of subjects, including: anarchism, queer & trans studies, feminist studies, Black studies, Native studies, Latinx studies, immigration studies, race & colonial studies, disability studies, poetry, graphic novels, parenting, labor history, science fiction, sexuality, politics, environmentalism, and MUCH more.
Seattle Aquarium
Just a mile away from Pike Place Market sits the Seattle Aquarium! Specializing in hands-on marine experiences and conservation education, it's a wonderful way to spend an afternoon!
Twice Sold Tales
A classic used bookstore, Twice Sold Tales boasts a MASSIVE collection of used, collectible, and rare books across all subjects, genres, and areas of study. While we have only frequented the Capitol Hill located (address posted), they also have a second location in Ballard. But two locations and millions of books are not all they have- they also have CATS! The Capitol Hill location has anywhere from 4-6 live-in cats at a time that roam and snooze around the bookstore and are always good for a pet or cuddle! With a constantly revolving, gargantuan inventory, you're sure to find whatever books you may have on your wish list- and make a furry friend along the way!
Other Sites and Activities
- The Space Needle: The legendary atomic tower that is the crowning jewel of the Seattle skyline and a great way to get some amazing views of the city. - Museum of Pop Culture: A nonprofit museum dedicated to contemporary pop culture. - Chihuly Garden and Glass: An exhibit in the Seattle Center, next to the Space Needle, that showcases the many great works of glass artist Dale Chihuly. - The Museum of Flight: Located south of Seattle in Tukwila, this private, nonprofit museum holds one of the country's largest air and space collections. - The Seattle Great Wheel: Located on Pier 57, just down the street from the aquarium, the 53-meter Ferris wheel is a great way to capture some amazing views of both Seattle and the Puget Sound. - The Seattle Art Museum: With three different major facilities, the Seattle Art Museum boasts works from artists across time and around the world.