101 Things to Do in Seattle

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Framed by Puget Sound, Lake Washington and the snowcapped Cascades, Seattle pairs iconic landmarks and a legendary coffee and music scene with easy access to the great outdoors. Browse and book Seattle's top experiences below, or request free quotes and let a local specialist plan your trip.

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Popular Attractions & Tourist Sites in Seattle

1. Space Needle — The 605-foot observation tower built for the 1962 World's Fair offers 360-degree views and a rotating glass floor.

2. Pike Place Market — One of the oldest continuously operating public farmers markets in the U.S., famous for its fish-throwing vendors and the original Starbucks.

3. Chihuly Garden and Glass — A dazzling exhibition of Dale Chihuly's blown-glass sculptures set beneath the Space Needle at Seattle Center.

4. Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) — A Frank Gehry-designed museum celebrating music, science fiction and pop culture, born from Jimi Hendrix and Nirvana heritage.

5. Seattle Aquarium — A waterfront aquarium on Pier 59 showcasing Pacific Northwest marine life, including octopuses, sea otters and a huge underwater dome.

6. Pioneer Square — Seattle's historic heart, known for red-brick Victorian architecture, art galleries and the popular Underground Tour.

7. Kerry Park — A small Queen Anne hillside park delivering the postcard skyline view of the Space Needle with Mount Rainier behind it.

8. Woodland Park Zoo — An award-winning zoo known for its naturalistic habitats housing gorillas, lions, penguins and more.

9. Ballard Locks — The Hiram M. Chittenden Locks connect Puget Sound to freshwater lakes and feature a fish ladder where salmon migrate.

10. Olympic Sculpture Park — A free waterfront park by the Seattle Art Museum with monumental outdoor sculptures and Sound and mountain views.

Unique Seattle Experiences

Ride the Seattle Great Wheel on the waterfront
Take a harbor cruise across Elliott Bay
Sample local oysters and craft coffee at Pike Place
Whale-watch for orcas in Puget Sound
Board a ferry to Bainbridge Island
Explore the underground city on a Pioneer Square tour
Catch a Seahawks or Mariners game downtown
Day-trip to Mount Rainier National Park
Kayak or paddleboard on Lake Union
Tour the Boeing Future of Flight aviation center

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Seattle Travel — Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top things to do in Seattle?

Top experiences include Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Chihuly Garden and Glass. You can browse and book hundreds more Seattle tours, attractions and activities — many at up to 50% off — right on this page.

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When is the best time to visit Seattle?

Summer (June through September) brings Seattle's driest, sunniest weather, ideal for outdoor sightseeing and mountain excursions. Spring and fall are quieter with fewer crowds, while winters are mild but famously gray and rainy.

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