Things to Do

The Seattle area offers a variety of activities and attractions for different interests. These options provide a mix of outdoor activities, entertainment, and cultural experiences in and around Seattle. Here are some ideas of what to do in the area:

  • Washington State Ferries: Catch a ferry to Bainbridge Island with a cute downtown, walkable from the ferry terminal! Or one of the many other ferries elsewhere throughout the Sound. (Make all your Gray's Anatomy dreams come true)
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  • Museum of Pop Culture: Music, movies, science fiction… all things pop culture can be found here. Pretty fun for all ages and a great way to get out of the rain.
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  • The Museum of Flight: There are planes hanging from the ceiling, I don't think I need to say more. Giant museum, reasonable price, fun way to spend a couple hours to all day. Cafe onsite if you need to refuel during your trip. 10/10 recommend.
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  • Space Needle: I've never done it, it's pretty expensive, but the views (I hear) are amazing. Nick says it's definitely not for acrophobes.
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  • Chihuly Garden and Glass: Beautiful, can't touch the pretties, smaller than I expected, also pretty expensive.
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  • Pike Place Market: Giant, free to wander around, VERY busy all the time, fun to have fish chucked at you, wear your walking shoes.
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  • Ballard Locks: I have never been, but it is something that I hear is super fun. If you go, let me know, I might join you.
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  • Seattle Great Wheel: You could not pay me enough to go on this, but if it is your cup of tea enjoy. I bet the views are great.
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  • Olympic Sculpture Park: Nice walk, cool sculptures, views of the water, convenient to also visit the Seattle Art Museum.
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  • Museum of History and Industry: All kinds of exhibits on the area's history and maritime industry.
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  • Center for Wooden Boats: It's a boat-building/repair workshop with a whole bunch of moored sailboats.
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  • Woodland Park Zoo: You like animals? We have some. Large enough to make the admission worth it, but small enough that you can actually see all the animals/exhibits on your visit.
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  • Seattle Aquarium: We have an aquarium too! It isn't particularly large but would be good to couple with a Pike Place Market trip.
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  • Gas Works Park: Fun walk, cool stuff to see, beautiful views.
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  • Washington Park Arboretum: There's walking and plants…. need I say more?!? (may not be the most beautiful in November, but I'd still go)
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  • Seattle Public Library- Central Library: I couldn't not include a place to find books. This is a beautiful building.
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  • Pacific Science Center: Take the kids, it's fun!
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  • Connections Museum: If you're interested in telephone systems this is the place to go. It's only open Sunday from 10am-3pm though, so get in early if you want to make the wedding on time!
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  • Seattle Underground Tour: This is a lot of fun with amusing tour guides and plenty of puns.
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  • Argosy Cruises: They have several sightseeing boat rides around the Seattle area. Enjoyment factor is likely to be weather-dependent.
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  • Here's a bunch of things I haven't done/seen, but you may want to check out.

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