I Am Visiting Seattle,washington In A Week Or So - What Are The Best Places To Go To During My Visit There?

[beale]

We will be visiting Seattle for 5 days or so.

[Bruce]

Seattle Attractions Seattle CenterSeattle Center is located on a low hill a little north of downtown. The most prominent feature of this 74-acre park and entertainment center is the 605-feet tall Seattle Space Needle. For $9, you can ride the elevator to a spectacular view of the metropolitan region such as Puget Sound, Lake Union, Lake Washington and the surrounding mountains. The elevator is cost-free if you dine in a single of the revolving restaurants at the top. I suggest you try breakfast on a nice clear day. The wait will be less and so will the cost. Seattle CenterSeattle Center is property to the Pacific Science Center, the Children's Museum, The Seattle Repertory Theater, The Seattle Opera, Intiman Theater, Pacific Northwest Ballet, The Seattle Children's Theater, Expertise Music Project and Key Arena, residence of the Seattle Supersonics NBA Basketball Group and the Seattle Thunderbirds NHL Hockey Team. It also contains an amusement park, a video arcade, plus many shops, restaurants and quickly food establishments. There are a lot of diversions right here. Pike Place MarketLocated in the heart of downtown on a bluff overlooking the waterfront, Pike Place Market place is the oldest continually operating farmers marketplace in the USA. It has fruit, vegetable and flower stalls plus seafood markets exactly where giant flying salmon are tossed more than the heads of spectators. It has specialty shops, restaurants, craft vendors and street entertainers. Pike Place Market attracts tourists as properly as Seattle natives who come to shop, to dine or to be entertained. Go Seattle Card: Unlimited Admission at more than 30 Attractions and ToursPLUS! Savings and Special Gives on buying, dining and a lot more around the cityGet limitless admissions such as Space Needle, EMP, Tour to Mt. St. Helens, Qwest Field Tour, Science Fiction Museum and much a lot more! Save up to 20% on shopping Save up to 20% dining Free Gifts at select merchants Get a full-color pocket guidebook to aid you strategy your exciting! The WaterfrontAt the bottom of the hill just behind Pike Place Marketplace is the Puget Sound Waterfront with its collection of restaurants, shops and tourist attractions. The Seattle Aquarium is located here along with the embarkation piers for the Washington State Ferries to Bainbridge Island. It is also the location of Argosy Tours providing cruises of the neighborhood waterways and Tillicum Village excursions, which contain native American cultural dining experiences. Be certain to ride on a single of the boats for a special point of view of the Seattle location. The Argosy Tours about the harbor cost about $14 and are very fascinating, but the ferry rides are a better bargain at only $three. Pioneer Square and the Chinatown/International DistrictStatue of Cheif Sealth in Pioneer SquarePioneer Square, positioned a few blocks south of the city center, is the heart of the old-town district. Its central square includes the renowned Seattle Totem Pole and the statue of chief Sealth, the city's namesake. Historic old buildings containing bistros, art galleries and trendy nightclubs surround it. The Chinatown/International District is just up the hill from Pioneer Square. It has a large population of Japanese, Chinese, Filipinos, Southeast Asians, Koreans and Pacific Islanders. This unique Oriental neighborhood with its array of shops, restaurants and multi-cultural attractions is one particular of the most interesting in Seattle. Orca Whale Watching & Sea Kayaking from Friday Harbor & Roche Harbor, San Juan Island, WA. Engaging naturalist guides, exceptional gear, 30 years expertise. Supplying personalized adventures for households, small groups and independent travelers. New 55' 49-passenger Sea Lion. Kayak groups from 2 - 30. Respectful interaction with wildlife packed with Significant Enjoyable! - Join us at www.sanjuansafaris.com. Lake UnionThe northern edge of the downtown district is bordered by Lake Union with the self-proclaimed "republic" of Fremont located on its northern shore. This funky neighborhood with its offbeat shops, galleries and bistros sports its personal rocket ship, statue of Lenin and giant troll beneath its bridge. The old village of Ballard subsequent to it has the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks where you can watch ships navigating the locks and salmon jumping up the fish ladders. The East SideAcross Lake Washington to the East lie the communities of Bellvue, Kirkland and Redmond. This is the house of Microsoft and many other higher-tech organizations. These are upscale neighborhoods with a lot of lovely homes and apartments amidst modern day buying malls and office Sources: http://www.usatourist.com/english/places/washington/seattleattractions.html newbie2268986 78 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please confirm your account to send a message.

[montgomery69]

You need to have to check out the Pike Place Market! It is a enjoyable website to see...lots of little shops, fresh seafood and veggies...artists selling their crafts...and you can watch the ships come into the harbor.  Quite fun place...I saw "the Fonz" when I was there!  Hope you have exciting, Seattle is a wonderful location.

[Blaze]

Pike Place Market! You need to visit the Pike Place Market! It is a fun site to see...lots of little shops, fresh seafood and veggies...artists selling their crafts...and you can watch the ships come into the harbor.  Very fun place...I saw "the Fonz" when I was there!  Hope you have fun, Seattle is a great place. Sources: http://www.pikeplacemarket.org/frameset.asp?flash=true KAR15 78 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Jilliann]

Seattle CenterSeattle Center is located on a low hill a little north of downtown. The most prominent feature of this 74-acre park and entertainment center is the 605-feet tall Seattle Space Needle. For $9, you can ride the elevator to a spectacular view of the metropolitan area including Puget Sound, Lake Union, Lake Washington and the surrounding mountains. The elevator is free if you dine in one of the revolving restaurants at the top. I suggest you try breakfast on a nice clear day. The wait will be less and so will the cost. Seattle CenterSeattle Center is home to the Pacific Science Center, the Children's Museum, The Seattle Repertory Theater, The Seattle Opera, Intiman Theater, Pacific Northwest Ballet, The Seattle Children's Theater, Experience Music Project and Key Arena, home of the Seattle Supersonics NBA Basketball Team and the Seattle Thunderbirds NHL Hockey Team. It also contains an amusement park, a video arcade, plus many shops, restaurants and fast food establishments. There are plenty of diversions here. Pike Place MarketLocated in the heart of downtown on a bluff overlooking the waterfront, Pike Place Market is the oldest continually operating farmers market in the USA. It has fruit, vegetable and flower stalls plus seafood markets where giant flying salmon are tossed over the heads of spectators. It has specialty shops, restaurants, craft vendors and street entertainers. Pike Place Market attracts tourists as well as Seattle natives who come to shop, to dine or to be entertained. Go Seattle Card: Unlimited Admission at over 30 Attractions and ToursPLUS! Savings and Special Offers on shopping, dining and more around the cityGet unlimited admissions including Space Needle, EMP, Tour to Mt. St. Helens, Qwest Field Tour, Science Fiction Museum and much more! Save up to 20% on shopping Save up to 20% dining Free Gifts at select merchants Get a full-color pocket guidebook to help you plan your fun! The WaterfrontAt the bottom of the hill just behind Pike Place Market is the Puget Sound Waterfront with its collection of restaurants, shops and tourist attractions. The Seattle Aquarium is located here along with the embarkation piers for the Washington State Ferries to Bainbridge Island. It is also the location of Argosy Tours offering cruises of the local waterways and Tillicum Village excursions, which include native American cultural dining experiences. Be sure to ride on one of the boats for a unique perspective of the Seattle area. The Argosy Tours around the harbor cost about $14 and are very interesting, but the ferry rides are a better bargain at only $3. Pioneer Square and the Chinatown/International DistrictStatue of Cheif Sealth in Pioneer SquarePioneer Square, located a few blocks south of the city center, is the heart of the old-town district. Its central square contains the renowned Seattle Totem Pole and the statue of chief Sealth, the city's namesake. Historic old buildings containing bistros, art galleries and trendy nightclubs surround it. The Chinatown/International District is just up the hill from Pioneer Square. It has a large population of Japanese, Chinese, Filipinos, Southeast Asians, Koreans and Pacific Islanders. This unique Oriental neighborhood with its array of shops, restaurants and multi-cultural attractions is one of the most interesting in Seattle. Orca Whale Watching & Sea Kayaking from Friday Harbor & Roche Harbor, San Juan Island, WA. Engaging naturalist guides, excellent equipment, 30 years experience. Providing personalized adventures for families, small groups and independent travelers. New 55' 49-passenger Sea Lion. Kayak groups from 2 - 30. Respectful interaction with wildlife packed with Serious Fun! - Join us at www.sanjuansafaris.com. Lake UnionThe northern edge of the downtown district is bordered by Lake Union with the self-proclaimed "republic" of Fremont located on its northern shore. This funky neighborhood with its offbeat shops, galleries and bistros sports its own rocket ship, statue of Lenin and giant troll under its bridge. The old village of Ballard next to it has the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks where you can watch ships navigating the locks and salmon jumping up the fish ladders. The East SideAcross Lake Washington to the East lie the communities of Bellvue, Kirkland and Redmond. This is the home of Microsoft and many other high-tech businesses. These are upscale neighborhoods with many beautiful homes and apartments amidst modern shopping malls and office

[benon]

1. The space needle, of course2. Right beneath the smace needle is The music experience - kind of a tribute to seattle music, it has lots about Hendrix, Nirvana and more3. The Pike Street Market - day time thing - watch the crazy guys throw fish4. Puget sound tour or just a ferry ride - unbelievable how busy that harbor is5. Go see the Mariners6. Go up to Whitbey Island and hike and hang out.and look herehttp://www.travel-to-oregon-tips.com/seattle-attraction.htmlWhile sipping your coffee and visiting any Seattle attraction, you could be writing your "Best Seller". Imagine having your "own" book, in print!Write and publish your travel journeys, hobbies or expertise. Now, you get all of the details. How To Write A Book...in 14 Days OR Less...Click HereCheap Airfares...Owned by 5-major airlines; Orbitz makes it easy to find the best trip for you from the widest selection of low fares, hotels, car rentals and cruises. Just Orbitz and GO!There are many fantastic locations to visit for the entire family in Seattle and the surrounding areas. As professional travel/tour operators we?ve had the opportunity to take thousands of people around to the various Seattle Attraction sites. Not only that, we take our family on a regular basis. We'll share with you some of the highlights and some insider information that can make your visit more enjoyable and in some cases save you money.Pacific Science Center?If you have kids this is a Seattle attraction not to miss. You have 6-acres of hands-on fun! You and your kids will be amazed with the live butterflies, dinosaurs, live science shows, weather station, computer learning skills, the science of roller coasters and much, much, more. You can easily spend an entire day in the Science Center.On top of it, you can experience one of the IMAX films. The film is a large format movie projected on a huge 10-story screen. It?s like you?re right there sharing the adventure.We recommend that you purchase the membership. There are many benefits from doing so such as: admission to over 250 science museums. And you can get an additional membership to the Children's Museum, about a 5-minute walk from the Science Center. Check out their web site for further details Seattle Science Center.The Children's Museum?The Children's Museum offers all-year fun for the entire family. You have the opportunity to travel across cultures and through time. You and your kids will have fun with the many hands-on projects from painting, sculpturing, serving food at a restaurant to performing on stage. There?s always something to explore.If you're planning on visiting the Children's Museum, purchase the combined membership with the Science Center. You'll receive many benefits. For all the details visit The Children's Museum. What a fabulous Seattle attraction for everyone in the family!Washington State Ferries?This is one of Washington States top attractions and definitely a top Seattle attraction. The ferries are the second largest mass transit system in the state. It?s a unique mode of transportation, and a very beautiful way to get to your destination.If you'd like to take a ferryboat ride, try this. Purchase some fish-n-chips from one of the many fish bars located on the Seattle Waterfront, board a ferry boat and enjoy your unique dinner as you make your crossing across the spectacular Puget Sound. You can also purchase food items on-board too.To get more details visit Washington State Ferries.Tillicum Village?The Northwest Native American Culture awaits you at Tillicum Village. Located on Blake Island, a State Park, you?ll enjoy a fabulous view of Seattle and participate in an evening of food and entertainment.Tillicum Village hosts a typical Northwest Native American Cultural Show with a traditional salmon bake. This is a grand learning experience, one you'll never forget. We've taken our kids and they've enjoyed the festive atmosphere too.Visit Tillicum Village for all of the details.Seattle Space Needle?You cannot come to Seattle without visiting this Seattle attraction, the Space Needle. Hopefully your visit will occur on one of those spectacular days we have in the Northwest. If the skies are clear you'll have a magnificent 360° view. Bring your camera and start shooting.This is great for the entire family. Your kids will love the elevator ride as it zooms 520 feet above Seattle. If you?d like to grab something to eat, enjoy the revolving restaurant. You can eat and watch the breathtaking views change as the restaurant revolves around. You never get tired of seeing the same thing, the views are constantly changing.Get the latest and greatest updated news about the Space Needle right here.Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium?This Seattle attraction is actually located in Tacoma; however, if you?re in the area it's a must see. The zoo and aquarium are located at Point Defiance Park; a spectacular park nestled along the waters of Southern Puget Sound.The park offers some old growth trees, a logging village and early settlers fort. You can spend the day walking the park or bicycling the many paths throughout the park.We make regular visits to the zoo and aquarium. They have a spectacular tropical aquarium with a beach. It makes you feel like you?re in Tahiti. And of course, all of the fish from around the world. Kids love seeing the sharks, they swim right past you.(There's glass between you and the sharks so there are no concerns about getting bitten.)Check out this lovely park in Tacoma, visit Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium.The Museum Of Flight?Seattle's history was built around aircraft and the Museum of Flight does a fabulous job of telling the story. You?ll get a glimpse into Seattle past with a visit to the Boeing Building, the one that put Boeing on the map. And you'll experience the vast array of aircraft, from military and commercial to the experimental. The kids, and adults will enjoy visiting the replica control tower.If you visit the Flight Museum in August, during Seafair Week, you?ll have the unique opportunity to see up-close the Blue Angels. They usually perform annually for the Seafair Hydroplane Races. There's some spectacular flying to be seen with the Blue Angels.Check out the The Museum of Flight for all the details.Wildwaves?Add this Seattle attraction to your list...bring the kids to Wildwaves and enjoy! Wildwaves is part of the Six Flags Theme Parks. If you are planning a trip here and already have a Six Flags Season Pass, it's probably good here too.This, like most theme parks are a continuous joy for the entire family. If you're going to use the park more than once, you may want to consider purchasing a season pass. Check out the details here at Six Flags. They are conveniently located off Interstate 5 in Federal Way. Enjoy!Experience Music Project?This is a NEW Seattle attraction to experience music first hand. Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, was the inspiration behind this attraction. This is a state-of-the-art, interactive museum dedicated to American popular music. The entire family will enjoy the experience of making music in the Sound Lab.If you like music this is another must see in the Seattle area. Visit Experience Music Project and get the details.