How to Visit Seattle

Seattle, Washington, is home to about 570,000 people. A city rich in culture, there's no shortage of things to do. Enjoy everything from Seattle's famous Space Needle to great food, fun and sightseeing opportunities. Visit Seattle to get a taste of the Pacific Northwest.

Instructions

1. Pay a visit to the Space Needle, which is as iconic to Seattle as the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. Built 1962, the Space Needle stands 605-feet tall, with the observation deck sitting at 520 feet above the ground. After you explore the observation deck, have a meal at the revolving SkyCity Restaurant and enjoy the 360-degree views.

2. Swing by the famous Pike Place Market. The market opened in 1907 and has been going strong ever since. With 190 craftspeople, 200 businesses and 120 farmer booths, you're sure to find something to buy. Pick up some antiques, beautiful flowers, fresh pastries, fish and cheese, and enjoy restaurants, musicians and street performers.

3. Travel by ferry into Puget Sound. While on route, take in views of the Seattle skyline, the Cascades and Olympic Mountains. In Puget Sound, enjoy whale watching tours, parks and resorts.

4. Marvel at ocean life with a trip to the Seattle Aquarium. Feel like you're one with the sea life as you stand under a glass dome watching sharks, salmon, colorful rockfish and other sea creatures swim around you. See coral reef in a 25,000 gallon tank, watch birds dive into water for food and meet unusual underwater creatures like the Pinecone Fish.

5. Head to the Seattle Waterfront. Stroll the 1 ½ miles of restaurants, stores and attractions, and take in the great views of the shoreline.