Patty’s guidebook
Sightseeing
If you plan on going to a few of the top Seattle attractions, check out the Seattle CityPass! It gives you admission to the Space Needle, MoPOP, Seattle Aquarium, Woodland Park Zoo, Chihuly Glass Museum, Pacific Science Center, Science Fiction Museum, and a ride on an Argosy cruise ship!
You can't come to Seattle without a trip to Pike Place! It gets super busy in the summer time- go early if you want to avoid crowds. Grab a piroshki, check out the first Starbucks, and admire the flowers!
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Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveYou can't come to Seattle without a trip to Pike Place! It gets super busy in the summer time- go early if you want to avoid crowds. Grab a piroshki, check out the first Starbucks, and admire the flowers!
The Space Needle is another must-see in Seattle. Admission to the top is a little pricey, but if you have lunch/dinner at the restaurant at the top, your admission is waived!
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Space Needle
400 Broad StThe Space Needle is another must-see in Seattle. Admission to the top is a little pricey, but if you have lunch/dinner at the restaurant at the top, your admission is waived!
This museum is truly stunning.. even if you're not into blown glass. It's right next to the Space Needle and MoPOP.
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Chihuly Garden and Glass
305 Harrison StThis museum is truly stunning.. even if you're not into blown glass. It's right next to the Space Needle and MoPOP.
This is a great spot for families. It is on the waterfront and conveniently located near Pike Place.
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Seattle Aquarium
This is a great spot for families. It is on the waterfront and conveniently located near Pike Place.
Top artists circulate at the SAM and its a great rainy day activity!
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Seattle Selfie Museum
92 Union StTop artists circulate at the SAM and its a great rainy day activity!
Museum of Pop Culture
325 5th Ave NThis is fun museum in true Seattle style.
This is a must-do on your trip! A bit of humor and a cool tour of the underground city of Seattle.
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Bill Speidel's Underground Tour
614 1st AveThis is a must-do on your trip! A bit of humor and a cool tour of the underground city of Seattle.
If you're looking for a little nature, head over to Snoqualmie Falls! It is a beautiful drive and there is a restaurant at the falls if you need a snack.
*If you're into Twin Peaks, this is a no-brainer.
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Snoqualmie Falls
6501 Railroad AveIf you're looking for a little nature, head over to Snoqualmie Falls! It is a beautiful drive and there is a restaurant at the falls if you need a snack.
*If you're into Twin Peaks, this is a no-brainer.
Alki beach is a very popular destination during good weather and the summertime. There are several restaurants and coffee shops, and a fantastic walking/biking path! It's easy to get to and you can drive or take the water taxi from downtown.
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Alki Beach
Alki beach is a very popular destination during good weather and the summertime. There are several restaurants and coffee shops, and a fantastic walking/biking path! It's easy to get to and you can drive or take the water taxi from downtown.
The Fremont troll is nearby and a fun sight to see! Make sure to try out one of the great coffee shops or locally-caught fish!
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Fremont Troll
Troll Avenue NorthThe Fremont troll is nearby and a fun sight to see! Make sure to try out one of the great coffee shops or locally-caught fish!
The Ballard locks are hands-down one of the coolest attractions in Seattle. There are thousands of boats in the Seattle area, and many of them use this locks system. It is very close to the house and definitely worth a trip.
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Ballard-Schleusen (Hiram M. Chittenden)
3015 NW 54th StThe Ballard locks are hands-down one of the coolest attractions in Seattle. There are thousands of boats in the Seattle area, and many of them use this locks system. It is very close to the house and definitely worth a trip.
This is a staple neighborhood park. It's super close to the house, has great views, and is perfect spot for a picnic!
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Carkeek Park
950 NW Carkeek Park RdThis is a staple neighborhood park. It's super close to the house, has great views, and is perfect spot for a picnic!
This is a massive preservation on the water with great walking paths. If you are a jogger, you will be in heaven!
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Discovery Park
3801 Discovery Park BlvdThis is a massive preservation on the water with great walking paths. If you are a jogger, you will be in heaven!
This is a great path along the water with cool sculptures scattered throughout. Great for a long walk or jog.
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Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western AveThis is a great path along the water with cool sculptures scattered throughout. Great for a long walk or jog.
Shopping
This is a great year-round outdoor shopping area next to the University of Washington.
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University Village
2623 NE University Village StThis is a great year-round outdoor shopping area next to the University of Washington.
If you're looking for a goofy gift, Archie McPhee's is the spot for you. It's in the nearby Wallingford neighborhood and it's a fun addition to a trip down to the Greenlake area.
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Archie McPhee
1300 N 45th StIf you're looking for a goofy gift, Archie McPhee's is the spot for you. It's in the nearby Wallingford neighborhood and it's a fun addition to a trip down to the Greenlake area.
Nature
Greenlake is not the top sight to see in Seattle, but it is definitely a great staple for a little fresh air. It's a 3+ mile loop around the lake, and well used by locals.
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Green Lake
Greenlake is not the top sight to see in Seattle, but it is definitely a great staple for a little fresh air. It's a 3+ mile loop around the lake, and well used by locals.
Neighborhoods
Bellevue square is the place to go if you need to shop. It's also a trip to go over the floating bridge!
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Bellevue Square
575 Bellevue SquareBellevue square is the place to go if you need to shop. It's also a trip to go over the floating bridge!
Fremont is a little hippie and a pretty fun neighborhood to walk around. They have awesome farmer's markets and an annual nude bike ride.
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Fremont
Fremont is a little hippie and a pretty fun neighborhood to walk around. They have awesome farmer's markets and an annual nude bike ride.
If you want fish, head on over to Ballard! It is a hip, low-key neighborhood with some AWESOME restaurants.
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Ballard
If you want fish, head on over to Ballard! It is a hip, low-key neighborhood with some AWESOME restaurants.
Belltown is North of Pike Place (on 1st) and it is a cool little area to grab dinner or a drink. My favorite restaurant is Umi Sushi.
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Belltown
Belltown is North of Pike Place (on 1st) and it is a cool little area to grab dinner or a drink. My favorite restaurant is Umi Sushi.
Capitol Hill is where all of the action is. It is also where all of the noise is. I love to come to this neighborhood for the cool restaurants, but if you are looking for a night club or a Starbucks Roastery, this is the neighborhood for you!
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Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone
Capitol Hill is where all of the action is. It is also where all of the noise is. I love to come to this neighborhood for the cool restaurants, but if you are looking for a night club or a Starbucks Roastery, this is the neighborhood for you!
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Take a trip on a ferry!
There are a bunch of little islands in the Seattle area, and ferries can take you to them in a short amount of time. I recommend going to Bainbridge Island for a quick bite. (You can walk to the tiny downtown from the ferry terminal.)
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Pack a raincoat in the non-summer months
It's not a coincidence that our landscape is so green.. we get rain! Seattle's weather is pretty mild year-round, but you can definitely count on a little rain during your stay (if it's fall-spring).
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Theater/concert tickets!
Seattle hosts incredible performers/shows year-round. If you have a free night on your trip, it is definitely worth looking into the shows that are in town. Great venues to search are the Paramount Theater, 5th Avenue Theater, and Benaroya Hall.
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Get a tattoo at the host's shop - Slave to the Needle!
Your hosts own and operate a very well known tattoo shop in Seattle, Slave to the Needle. Should you be in the market for a new tattoo, reach out to them and let them know you're staying at their Airbnb!