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Overview
Blink, and it's changed: Seattle can be that ephemeral. Welcome to a city that heralds innovation and nature, always marching toward the future.
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Even people with absolutely no interest in aviation have been known to blink in astonishment at Seattle's Museum of Flight, which takes visitors on a…
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A favorite hunting ground for runners, personal trainers and artistically tattooed sunbathers, scenic Green Lake Park surrounds a small natural lake…
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In Woodland Park, up the hill from Green Lake Park, the Woodland Park Zoo is one of Seattle’s most popular tourist attractions. Consistently rated as one…
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You don't need to pay museum entrance fees to see some of the best and most iconic art in the city. Fremont is an art gallery in and of itself, with…
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Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center
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This Byzantium Revival building began life in 1915 as a synagogue for a congregation of Orthodox Jews. By 1969 the demographics of the neighborhood had…
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Founded in 1861, Seattle's university is almost as old as the city itself and is highly ranked worldwide (the prestigious Times Higher Education magazine…
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This wild and lovely park stretching from Madison Valley up to Union Bay offers a wide variety of gardens, a wetlands nature trail and 200 acres of mature…
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Seattle's most manicured park sits atop Capitol Hill and is named for US volunteers in the 1898 Spanish-American War. While wandering among its leafy…
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Best Things to Do
From taking a ferry for amazing city views to getting your fill of quality coffee, here are Seattle's top things to do.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Seattle has a vibrant cultural scene, top-tier attractions and incredible outdoor spaces. Forget the rain; there's no bad time to visit the Emerald City.
Read articleThings to Know
Despite its often overcast skies, Seattle is a beautiful corner of Washington State. Here are 6 things to know before you go this Pacific Northwest gem.
Read articleTransportation
Beat rain or traffic in the Emerald City of Seattle is a snap with its extensive and efficient web of public transportation.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Seattle can be an expensive city to visit, but we've rounded up the top attractions that won't cost you a dime: 22 free things to do in Emerald City.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
If you want to experience all that Seattle has to offer, begin by exploring these top neighborhoods.
Read articleDay Trips
Head out into Washington State, or even all the way to Canada, with these top day trips from Seattle.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Seattle is by no means a cheap destination but with our insider tips you can vacation in the Emerald City on a tight budget.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
How do you organize a family-friendly trip that will satisfy activity-hungry children but also be interesting for adults? The short answer: visit Seattle.
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