Seattle Washington

Iconic Attractions

The view is spectacular from the observation deck atop the world-famous Space Needlea 185.5-meter-high legacy of the 1962 World’s Fair and symbol of the city. Locals and visitors alike flock to Pike Place Market on the waterfrontthe oldest continuously operating farmer’s market in the U.S. Wander among the stalls teeming with artisanal cheesesfresh-baked bread and the catch of the day. Visit Chihuly Garden and Glass to see Dale Chihuly’s remarkable studio glass artistry. Be sure to visit Boeing Future of Flight for an in-depth look into the jet production facility.

Coffee Culture

Seattle isn’t just a wine or craft beer town; it’s the home of Starbucks. You can still visit the original storefront adjacent to Pike Place Market. This city is fueled by caffeine; it has one of the greatest concentrations of coffee houses of any U.S. city. Among them are the Seattle’s Best and Caffe Vita brandsboutique roaster Victrola Coffeeand Cloud City Coffee and its $1 a cup honor system. Tour Starbucks Reserve Roastery for an immersivefuture-forward experience (and taste) of the famous brand’s coffee culture.

Natural Beauty

Paddleboatsail and fish on some of the most welcoming waters in the nationor take a whale watching tour along the Pacific coastline. You’ll also find three national parks within a few hours’ drive of Seattle – North Cascades National Parkwith its 300 glaciers; the temperate rainforests of Olympic National Park; and the majesty of Mount Rainier National Park. You may hear Seattle locals say“The mountain is out,” meaning the snow-capped4,392-meter Mount Rainier 161 kilometers to the south is visible. Kerry Parka half-a-hectare green space on the slope of Queen Anne Hilloffers panoramic Seattle skyline views which are especially stunning at night.

Trendy Neighborhoods & Hip Culture

Find top attractions like Pike Place Market and the Seattle Art Museum in Downtown Seattle. Artsyoffbeat Fremont features public murals and sculpturestopiaries trimmed to resemble dinosaurs and a troll under a bridge. Woodedinviting Montlake overlooks Lake Washington. Capitol Hilljust to the southwestis the entertainment and counter-culture haven – and that’s just a sampling. Experience Seattle’s long and storied music history at the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP). This interactive Frank O. Gehry-designed museum features edgy contemporary exhibits dedicated to the preservation of pop culture. Experience the city's music scene for yourself at a range of live music venues playing every night of the week.