Things to do in Seattle
Seattle packs a lot into its hilly streets and waterfront. Start at Pike Place Market, where fish fly and stalls overflow with produce, then wander to…
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Seattle packs a lot into its hilly streets and waterfront. Start at Pike Place Market, where fish fly and stalls overflow with produce, then wander to the Gum Wall. For skyline views, head to Kerry Park or Gas Works Park, both favorites for photos.
Outdoorsy types have plenty of options: Discovery Park has rugged trails and beaches, while Green Lake Park is great for a stroll or a swim. Families can spend a day at Woodland Park Zoo or the Seattle Aquarium. Music fans can catch live acts at The Crocodile or Dimitriou's Jazz Alley. For a unique experience, try Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour, which explores the city's buried past. Shopping ranges from the historic Pike Place Market to the upscale Pacific Place.
Frequently asked questions about Seattle
What are the best outdoor spots in Seattle?▾
Discovery Park is the city's largest green space, with miles of trails and beach access. Gas Works Park offers dramatic views of the skyline from a former oil plant site. Kerry Park is a small park with panoramic views of downtown and the Space Needle.
What are good activities for families with kids in Seattle?▾
The Woodland Park Zoo has nearly 300 species and a vintage carousel. The Seattle Aquarium features interactive exhibits and virtual reality shows. Miner’s Landing Pier 57 has amusement rides and views from the Seattle Great Wheel.
Where can I hear live music in Seattle?▾
The Crocodile is a low-key venue hosting local and national bands. Dimitriou's Jazz Alley has been booking name jazz acts for over 30 years. For a more intimate setting, check out The Triple Door in a historic theater.
What are some unique attractions in Seattle?▾
The Fremont Troll is a massive sculpture under a bridge. The Gum Wall is a quirky alley covered in chewed gum. Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour takes you through ruins buried after the 1889 fire.
Where can I go shopping in Seattle?▾
Pike Place Market is a landmark daily market with vendors and shops. University Village is an open-air center with a mix of local and national stores. Westlake Center is a four-story mall in the heart of downtown.
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Space Needle
Iconic, 605-ft-tall spire at the Seattle Center, with an observation deck & a rotating restaurant.
Museum of Pop Culture
Inspired by Jimi Hendrix, the museum includes items from icons ranging from Bo Diddley to Bob Dylan.
JOEY University Village
Relaxed, contemporary dining spot with a broad menu featuring international & regional dishes.
Seattle Center
Huge community events complex with museums, theaters, restaurants & shops, plus the Space Needle.
The Gum Wall
Iconic brick wall covered with chewed-up gum in an alley under Pike Place Market.
Pike Place Market
Landmark daily market with famed fish-throwing seafood vendors, produce stalls & other shops.
Green Lake Park
Recreation area with trails, beach & boathouse, plus tennis courts, baseball fields & indoor pool.
The Museum of Flight
Large educational museum with aircraft & space vehicles on display, plus historical exhibits.
The Seattle Great Wheel
Giant Ferris wheel offering climate-controlled gondolas & a bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks.
Gas Works Park
Former site of an oil plant is now a 20-acre park with picnic facilities & dramatic city views.
The Crab Pot Seattle
Relaxed eatery & bar known for seafood served on paper-covered tables to diners with bibs & mallets.
Seattle Aquarium
Popular waterfront aquarium with interactive exhibits, a cafe & virtual reality shows.
Woodland Park Zoo
92-acre zoo with nearly 300 species, a vintage carousel, summer concerts & an indoor play space.
Kerry Park
Panoramic views of Downtown & the Space Needle draw visitors to this small neighborhood park.
Chihuly Garden and Glass
Art museum & sculpture garden showcasing Dale Chihuly's large, colorful glass works.
Westfield Southcenter
2-level indoor shopping mall with more than 200 stores & eateries plus a multiplex with IMAX.
Uwajimaya Seattle
Perennial Asian grocery stocking meats, produce & prepared foods, plus gifts & home goods.
Fremont Troll
Troll Under the Bridge is an interactive, 6.5-ton, mixed media statue made in 1990 by local artists.
via Google MapsSeattle Stadium
Home of the Seahawks & Sounders, this 68,740-seat multipurpose stadium features skyline views.
via Google MapsT-Mobile Park
Seattle Mariners' ballpark with city skyline views, lots of stadium eats & a retractable roof.