Visit the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, a little-known gem in Historic Pioneer Square within walking distance of downtown and close to the Amtrak King Street Station. Learn About Seattle’s Role In The 1890s Gold Rush Be sure to greet Licorice, the resident giant Pacific octopus. Plan to spend several hours enjoying the Aquarium. Highlights include the 400,000 gallon Underwater Dome, the Window On Washington exhibit, tidal pools with touch zones, and pools with harbor seals and otters. Spend several hours learning about the marine life of Washington State. The Seattle Aquarium is located at the Waterfront at Pier 59. Explore Marine Life At The Seattle Aquarium There is a full-service bar with drinks and snacks. View the harbor activity with ships in dry-dock and massive container ships waiting to be unloaded. Learn more about Seattle history and enjoy the views of the Seattle skyline, Elliott Bay, and the Olympic Mountains.
The 1-hour narrated Argosy Boat Tour leaves from Pier 55. Enjoy The Views From The Water With An Argosy Boat Tour
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Pro Tip: Read more about my 4 Favorite Pieces At Chihuly Garden And Glass. Plan to spend between 2 and 4 hours here. Enjoy also the hourly glass demonstrations in the courtyard.Ĭhihuly Garden and Glass provides several accessibility support services for all. Chihuly was invited to showcase his work and has chosen specific works from his career to highlight his journey as he changed the nature of blown glass. Located at Seattle Center right across from the Space Needle, the complex includes eight galleries, a glasshouse, and a 26,000 square foot garden where his glass creations are interspersed with native plants and shrubs. Admire The Works Of Dale ChihulyĬhihuly Garden and Glass highlights the glassworks of American artist and Pacific Northwest native Dale Chihuly. They also have an excellent website with recommendations. Tickets are valid for 9 days from the first visit. You can save about 50% off five of Seattle’s major attractions, including the Seattle Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass, Argosy Boat Tour, Seattle Aquarium, and MoPOP (Museum of Pop Culture). Pro Tip: I recommend purchasing the Seattle CityPASS. Glass benches invite you to tarry a while and enjoy! Take the outside elevator to the top for jaw-dropping views of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, and the city itself. Constructed for the 1962 World’s Fair, the Space Needle stands 605 feet tall and has three viewing areas: an indoor observation deck, an open-air viewing area at 520 feet, and the world’s only rotating glass floor at 500 feet. The Seattle Space Needle is the #1 tourist attraction in the Pacific Northwest and the city’s most iconic landmark. Enjoy Panoramic Views Atop The Seattle Space Needle We walked to all the major downtown sites. We took public transportation - monorail, light rail, streetcars, and Uber in the city. The trip is about 3 hours from Portland and has stunning views of the Columbia River and the Puget Sound. Amtrak trains are well maintained and very clean. Driving and parking can be problematic in the downtown area. Pro Tip: We chose to leave the driving to someone else and took Amtrak to Seattle. Amtrack services Seattle and the King Street Station is conveniently located just off the downtown. If you choose to drive, Seattle is situated at the convergence of the I-90 (east-west) and I-5 (north-south) Interstates. You can fly into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or the newest airport, Paine Field, located just north of Seattle in Everett.
Seattle is Washington state’s largest city and is known as “the city of spectacular views.” The city is easily accessible by plane, train, and car. Note: My visit was sponsored by Seattle Grand Hyatt, Hotel Sorrento, Seattle CityPASS, and Eat Seattle. Add in fine dining and luxurious accommodations, and you have the recipe for 14 ways to spend a perfect weekend in Seattle. Learn about the 380 species of birds, fish, invertebrates, and marine mammals of Washington State by visiting the Seattle Aquarium. Spend an afternoon admiring the glass creations of nationally famous Dale Chihuly and then explore history at the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Team all this beauty with iconic landmarks such as the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, where the sights, smells, and fishmongers delight your senses. Marvel at the natural beauty of Seattle - from the waterfront of the glistening waters of Puget Sound to the Olympic Mountains framing the west and Mount Rainier framing the southeast.
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