Mount Rainier National Park
A breathtaking day trip about two hours away.
While you're here
Things To Do
Experience some of our favorite parts of Seattle while you're here.
The Space Needle
Go up on a clear day and you can see the whole city. It's a short walk to Chihuly and the rest of Seattle Center.
Chihuly Garden and Glass
A huge blown-glass sculpture hung inside a glass building, plus a garden out front. It's right next to the Space Needle and takes about an hour.
Pike Place Market
Fish throwing, flower stalls, cherries in season, and the original Starbucks. Get there before 10am if you want room to move.
Museum of Pop Culture
Guitars, movies, sci-fi, and a Coraline exhibit inside a Frank Gehry building. Plan on a couple of hours.
The Aquarium
Jellyfish, octopus, and sea lions. It's a slow, easy afternoon and close to the Pike Place stairs.
West Seattle Farmers Market
Every Sunday, with fruit, pastries, and coffee from the people who grew and baked them. It's small, so go early and stay for breakfast.
Also On Our List
Bainbridge Island Ferry
A scenic 35-minute ride across Puget Sound.
Alki Beach
Beach, bike path, and skyline views, a few minutes from West Seattle.
Kubota Garden
A peaceful Japanese garden tucked into south Seattle.