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Top Things to Do in Seattle Washington
If you are planning a trip to Seattle Washington and looking for the best things to do, see and eat while visiting, you are in the right place. Seattle is located between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. The city is famous for being the home of the first Starbucks and the birthplace of grunge. The city averages 38 inches of rain a year earning it the nickname of the Rain City. You will also find the Space Needle, flying fish, gum wall, outdoor sculptures, seaplanes, lush green forests, houseboats, and strong coffee culture. Browse the list of must-see attractions, off-the-beaten-path experiences, outdoor activities, and museums to create your personal Seattle Washington bucket list. Then, plan the itinerary for your Seattle trip with these top things to do, see, and eat. Be sure to allow time for a hike in the gorgeous Pacific Northwest mountains. Enjoy your time out of the office!
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Things to Do in and Around Seattle Washington
Explore the houseboats around Lake Union
Spend the day at Alki Beach
Take a ferry to Whidbey Island and browse the art galleries
Shop the stalls of the Fremont Sunday Street Market
Browse the Seattle Art Museums exhibits
Check out the Future of Flight Aviation Center and Boeing Tour
Photograph the Fremont Troll at N 36th St Aurora Ave N
Take a walk along the water at Centennial Park
Head to the top of the Space Needle
Explore the sculptures at the Chihuly Garden and Glass
Splash around in the International Fountain
Check out the Pacific Science Center
Watch the fish fly at Pike Place Fish
Rub the nose of Rachel the Pig at Pike Place Market for luck
Check out the Giant Pacific Octopus at the Seattle Aquarium
Take a foodie tour of Pike Place Market
Get a coffee from the original Starbucks or take a coffee tour
Catch a Mariner or Seahawks game
Check out the view from the Sky Observatory
Listen to the wind sing at Sound Garden
Ride the Great Wheel on Pier 57
Check out the outdoor art at Olympic Sculpture Park
Check out the Black Sun sculpture at Volunteer Park
Climb the Volunteer Tower water tower for city views
Eat a Seattle dog and chowder fries
Pay respect to Nirvana at The Central Saloon
Take a ride in a seaplane
Tour Seattle’s Tech World at the Living Computers: Museum + Labs
Enjoy a cocktail with a view of Smith Tower
Check out the oyster farms along Chuckanut Drive
Shop for souvenirs along the waterfront
Add your gum to the wall along Post Alley
Take a cruise through the Ballard Locks into Puget Sound
Watch the salmon run the fish ladder at the Ballard Locks
Enjoy a sunset picnic at Golden Gardens
Wander around Pioneer Square and take an underground tour
Check out the Museum of Pop Culture
Learn latte art at the Seattle Barista Academy
Take a craft brewery tour
Go wine tasting at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
Explore Chinatown and the Wing Luke Museum
Pay your respect to Bruce Lee at the Lake View Cemetery
Take a tour of the Theo Chocolate Factory
Play vintage games at the Pinball Museum
Learn about the 1890 gold rush at Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
Be sure to check the Seattle Washington Tourism Board website for upcoming festivals, special events, and what’s happening during your stay.
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