Things to do in Seattle

From its location on Queen Anne Hill, this small park provides the perfect vantage point to admire Seattle’s Space Needle, skyline and Mount Rainier.

Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.

Seattle’s birthplace and oldest neighborhood is set in the National Historic District overlooking Elliot Bay. 

Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.

Seattle’s long association with Boeing makes it the obvious place to find one of the best attractions dedicated to aviation history in the U.S. 

So big they created a national park in its name, Mount Rainier’s massive snow-capped volcanic cone is clearly visible from Seattle.

The buzzing heart of Bellevue, this multistory shopping complex houses brand stores, upscale dining establishments and entertainment for the whole family.

Follow the scenic walking path around the glacial lake, play basketball or see a play in the Bathhouse theater in north-central Seattle’s beloved park.

Admire the riotous color of this museum’s exhibits, which feature kaleidoscopic glass sculptures from a renowned local glass artist.

Set aside a day to bargain hunt, look at the latest fashions and eat a wide array of food in central Seattle’s all-encompassing mall.

Stroll along storied streets to find independent shops and restaurants in buildings that evoke the history of the area.

Walk beneath the entrance of a busy bridge to discover the stone monster lurking there. This beloved piece of public art was chosen by the local community.

Learn time-honored crafts and sail in old-fashioned vessels at this interactive museum, which celebrates the local boating legacy.

Find out about the history of Seattle in a museum dedicated to local pioneers that have changed the world.

Cross an iconic drawbridge that links two of Seattle’s coolest neighborhoods. Enjoy views of the canal from the historic structure.

Watch fish travel upstream, see boats head out to sea and explore quiet gardens at canal gates that remain a crucial part of Seattle’s waterways.

Leave the city behind with a day at this beautiful beach in peaceful West Seattle.

Washington’s second-largest natural lake, located next to Seattle, is home to attractions of all shapes and sizes, from rainbow trout to swanky Mercer Island.