Weekend getaway ideas for Seattle, Washington in the United States. Take walking tours, visit art galleries & observation decks, and a famous coffee shop.
EPIC THINGS TO DO IN SEATTLE
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Enjoy The Great Wheel, Wings Over Washington, & Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour. Other fun stops include the Seattle Art Museum, downtown Seattle, & the Seattle Aquarium.
THE SEATTLE AQUARIUM
The aquarium is a great place to visit with or without kids. There is so much to do! Check out various species native to Washington State including the Giant Pacific Octopus.
Add Pike Place Market to your itinerary to shop vegetable markets to flying fish at the seafood market. Also, visit the Original Starbucks across the street.
The Space Needle features an observation deck 520 feet above Seattle Center. The incredible views from this vantage point include Mount Rainier, Elliott Bay, and Puget Sound.
CHIHULY GARDEN AND GLASS
Located in Seattle Center is the Chihuly Garden and Glass. The amazing designs of this artist are awe-inspiring and make Seattle the glass art mecca that it is.
Check out the Museum of Flight, Seattle Pinball Museum, Northwest Railway Museum, Museum of Glass, Museum of Pop Culture, Woodland Park Zoo, & more.
A great place to stay in Pioneer Square is the Embassy Suites. The hotel offers a great location, views of the waterfront, a signature free breakfast & cocktail hour, and a pool.
LOCAL CUISINE
You will not be disappointed with the variety of local cuisine. We recommend trying Serious Pie & Biscuit for breakfast, Cantina Lena for lunch, and 13 Coins for wine and sweet treats.