Things To Do
Seattle City Pass
(~$127) The Seattle City Pass includes multiple of the below listed attractions and is valid for 9 days, allowing you to bundle some of the best that Seattle has to offer.
City Sightseeing Seattle
(~$59-125) Tour packages offer a Hop-on-Hop-off bus tour with tickets to panoramic observatories and cruises.
Space Needle
(~$64 with Chihuly) Visit one of Seattle's most famous attractions. Booking options include the Chihuly Garden and Glass as well.
Columbia Tower Observatory
(~$25) Get a view of the city from its tallest tower, the Columbia Tower. Book tickets to experience the observation deck, or enjoy a beverage at Starbucks near the top (no ticket needed ~$0).
Pike Place Market
(~$0) Explore Seattle's downtown waterfront market, but look out for flying fish!!
Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront
(~$39) The Argosy Harbor Tour is a great way to see Seattle from the water and get a great view of the city skyline. They also include a tour of the Port of Seattle.
Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour
(~$22) Hilarious and worth your time! Unfortunately, only in very rapid English.
Whale Watching! Puget Sound Express
(~$145) Catch a glimpse of Seattle's resident and transient Orcas and other exciting PNW wildlife!
Kayaking on Lake Union - Northwest Outdoor Center
(~$23-40/hr) Rent a kayak or paddleboard to enjoy a clear day on Seattle's Lake Union. Its a great way to see wildlife, Seattles iconic houseboats, and the city skyline from the water.
Snoqualmie Falls
(~$0) Breathtaking falls straight out of Twin Peaks! The falls are free to visit. If you have time, share a meal at the Salish Lodge and taste the, "Honey from Heaven" on a warm biscuit. Be sure to reserve a table online.
Seattle Art Museum
(~$14-30) Visit the S.A.M. to see excellent permanent and seasonal art exhibits.
Olympic Sculpture Park
(~$0) Beautiful park that is free to visit. You can visit the sculptures and enjoy the waterfront views.
Seattle Aquarium
(~$39-50) See and feel (Yes! That's right) PNW wildlife at the aquarium!
Museum of Pop Culture
(~$33) Visit MOPOP which has permanent and seasonal exhibits that will blow you away.
Woodland Park Zoo
(~$18-22) Visit Seattle's Zoo! We love the wolves and bears!
Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture
(~$20) Museum on the University of Washington Campus with Native American and Natural History exhibits. The museum cafe serves indigenous food.
The Spheres
(~$0) Visit the unique Seattle Spheres (aka the Amazon Spheres) that house a botanical garden and other activities. Registration required up to 15 days in advance.
Ballard Locks and Salmon Run
(~$0) The Ballard Locks include a walkway to view the locks in action and a fish ladder to view the running salmon underwater. Great place to see harbor seals pigging out on fish!
Green Lake Park
(~$0) Take a stroll around Green Lake. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants to spend an afternoon or morning exploring the area.
Discovery Park
(~$0) Free park with lots of trails to explore and water views!
Saint Edwards State Park
(~$10) This state park requires a day pass, but is free otherwise. The park has excellent trails where you can explore the flora of the PNW and take a break on the shores of Lake Washington.