Area Attractions

Marvel at the colorful, whimsical glass sculptures of renowned artist Dale Chihuly in this Seattle Center exhibit.

Discover the history of flight as you step into flight simulators, marvel at more than 85 real airplanes, tour Boeing Field, and watch 3D movies.

Housed in a building designed by architect Frank Gehry, this museum features rotating exhibits dedicated to all things pop culture, including film, music, comic books, and more.

The city’s premier art museum is home to more than 25,000 pieces of artwork, ranging from antiquity—including ancient Mediterranean and Australian Aboriginal work—to present-day.

Founded in Taipei, Taiwan in the 1950s, this Asian fusion restaurant has transformed into an international destination with locations all over the world, including in downtown Seattle.

Savor the bounty of regional seafood with fresh, seasonal fare and bold flavors. The menu incorporates seafood-focused dishes that are great to share with friends or enjoy solo as you sit back with the locals, including the signature Lobster Mac & Cheese, Seasonal fresh seafood dip and locally sourced Tidal flat oysters.

Located in the lobby of the Grand Hyatt Seattle, Ruth's Chris Steak House is the quintessential spot for the best seared and sizzled plates in Seattle.

Enjoy the wildly popular Chinese hot pot chain known for great service and eats.

Located just behind the Space Needle, the Pacific Science Center houses an array of kid-friendly attractions including a planetarium, a laser dome, two IMAX theaters, and more.

Explore one of the largest aquariums in the country, featuring exhibits on coastal birds, otters, seals, the Pacific coral reef, dive shows, and more.

Stroll along Seattle’s scenic waterfront harbor, peppered with seafood restaurants, shops, and the Seattle Great Wheel—a Ferris wheel offering panoramic views from the top.

Visit the flagship location of this legendary department store, founded in Seattle in 1901, to shop for clothing, accessories, purses, jewelry, and more.

This small mall is Seattle’s premier upscale shopping center, with stores including Tiffany & Co., Coach, Kate Spade New York, and Barneys New York.

For the best people-watching in town, head to Pike Place Market, a protected historic district and must-see farmer’s market where you can shop and eat along the waterfront.

Shop til you drop at this four-story, glass-enclosed retail pavilion nestled in the heart of downtown Seattle, offering name-brand retailers and upscale regional shops.

Hop on the Washington State Ferry for a boat ride to this quaint island—just 35 minutes away from downtown Seattle—where you can shop historic Main Street, dine at family-owned restaurants, and go wine-tasting.

Just two hours southeast of Seattle is the vast expanse of wilderness known as Mt. Rainier National Park. Go for a hike on more than 260 miles of trails, which offer incredible views of the volcano.

Float down the Skagit River in search of bald eagles; from December through March, the river banks are home to the country’s largest concentration of wintering bald eagles in their natural habit.

Marvel at this 268-foot waterfall that cascades down into the Snoqualmie River, just 30 miles outside the city. More than 1.5 million visitors make the trek annually to see the falls.

Bike or stroll along this 27-mile trail, which courses through parks and forests.

Go kayaking, windsurfing, stand-up paddleboarding, or sailing on picturesque Lake Washington, east of Seattle.

Explore Seattle’s largest green space, home to outdoor sculptures, native gardens, and plenty of room to spread out and relax with views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound.

Admire more than 300 different animal species at this 92-acre zoo, home to lions, rhinos, and grizzly bears. Be sure to take a ride on the vintage carousel.