Things To Do
Bill Speidel's Underground Tour
A GREAT tour to learn about the early history of Seattle, with some hilarious history puns heavily sprinkled in. Not recommended if you're claustrophobic! Also, bring a coat, it gets cold down there!
Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront
Great tour for more recent Seattle history and enjoying the beautiful sights of Seattle, this is my fav thing to do with visitors! Featured on tour: Boats from Deadliest Catch, Sleepless in Seattle houseboat, lots of tech headquarters, California Sea Lions, Locks, Space Needle, and much much more! Bar on ship.
Sky View Observatory - Columbia Center
Amazing views on a clear day! Cheaper than Space Needle and 3X the height!
Gas Works Park
Beautiful, eclectic park with best view of the city and water. Great for picnics or a stroll, weather dependent.
Agua Verde Paddle Club
Grab a delicious bite, then go kayak Lake Union for more amazing views!
Chihuly Garden and Glass
Beautiful, very cool art museum with huge collection of Chihuly's glass blown sculptures.
Space Needle
Newly remodeled in 2018 to have glass floor, haven't been since the remodel, but I think it's a little overpriced for the view.
Pike Place Market
Kind of a MUST for Seattle, but expect crowds and lots of things to buy and eat! Great casual seafood eateries in the market and gorgeous flowers for cheap. Recommend the Alibi Room for a dive-y Seattle libation.
Oddfellows Café + Bar
Stan and I's first brunch date spot!
Deluxe Bar & Grill
One of Stan and my fav bars for happy hour!
Cafe Solstice
Favorite hang out for coffee, breakfast, and some QT with my laptop!
Volunteer Park Conservatory
Beautiful little spot for exotic and native plants alike, $4 entry, can't beat it!
Captain Blacks
Another fav happy hour spot for Stan and me, it's pirate/boat themed and has a great deck!
The Patio Fine Thai Cuisine
One of my fav spots for Thai, take out or eat in.
Tavern Law
Renown bar in Seattle for their old timey cocktails.
Espresso Vivace
Great local coffee chain!
The Wandering Goose
Great brunch spot if you're missin' some down south cookin in the PNW.
Ivar's Salmon House
Iconic casual seafood eatery in Seattle, several locations.
Needle & Thread
If you need a break from all the people, this famous speakeasy is a great getaway with fantastic "mixologists" and unforgettable setting. You do need to make a reservation!
Zig Zag Cafe
One of Stan and my favorite haunts near Pike Place Market. Great cocktails and food, great for happy hour!