Things to do in Seattle

Pike Place Market

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Seattle offers a spectacular array of attractions and tourist sites. Pike Place Market down by the waterfront is a great place to pick up some local produce. The market also offers an immense variety of merchandise, from locally-made arts and crafts to antiques, curious, and even pets. There is also an awesome flower market, and plenty of restaurants and coffee shops from which you could grab a meal or simply while away a couple of hours.

 

The Space Needle

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The Space Needle is perhaps Seattle’s best known attraction. Towering 605-feet above the surrounding landscape, the Space Needle has been a recognizable feature of the Seattle skyline since it was erected in 1962 for the World’s Fair. The observation deck of the tower 520 feet up offers a superb opportunity to check out the city’s best features and the Olympic Mountains located nearby.

 

Discovery Park

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An immense 500-acre expanse of green, Discovery Park offers plenty of hiking trails, beaches, meadows, gardens, and dunes. The North Beach trail will take you directly to the West Point Lighthouse, which is one of the park’s most impressive features. Walking along the South Beach trail will eventually reveal an impressive view of Mount Rainier and the Seattle skyline. The park also has tennis courts, a cultural center, and a children’s play area.

 

Seattle Art Museum

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The Seattle Art Museum is a great place to visit for its fabulous displays and art exhibits, but don’t forget to check out the 9-acre Olympic Sculpture Park within its premises as well. With works by some of the world’s most renowned sculptors, the park offers a fascinating experience that is made even more impressive with the stunning backdrop of the Olympic Mountains.

 

Pioneer Square

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Finally, set aside some time to visit Pioneer Square. One of the earliest settlements in the Northwestern section of the United States, the square retains its Old West look and feel to this very day. With charming cobblestoned streets leading you to various galleries, shops, and restaurants, the square offers a unique glimpse into the area’s colorful history. It is also the location of the Tlingit totem pole, which although stolen from the Tlingit in the latter part of the 19th century, has since been officially paid for by the city.

 

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