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Harbour Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
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Mount Rainier Customised Tour from Seattle
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Smith Tower: The Views, The History, and the Cocktails
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From Seattle: Twilight Forks Washington Tour
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From Seattle: Boeing Factory and Future of Flight Tour
What to do in Seattle
Popular places to visit
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.
University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
Thanks to its wood paneling, ancient fir tables and locally produced food, this conference center lets you experience the beauty of Seattle even when you’re inside.
Westfield Southcenter Mall
During your trip to Tukwila, you can enjoy retail therapy at Westfield Southcenter Mall. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Explore areas of Seattle
Downtown Seattle
A clean, walkable city center with tree-filled public spaces, shopping, boutique bars and restaurants, and views across the Puget Sound.
Capitol Hill
Experience the leafy green parks, world-class art gallery and electric nightlife of this up-and-coming Seattle neighborhood.
Belltown
Seattle’s ultra-modern side is evident in this neighborhood, where an active arts and partying scene thrives amid its shining skyscrapers.
South Lake Union
One of Seattle’s most scenic neighborhoods, this district houses fascinating museums along the tree-lined banks of its beautiful lake.
University District
As you stroll through the collection of urban shopping and historic homes, mix in with students rushing between classes or relaxing when their work is done.
Lower Queen Anne
While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Space Needle and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.
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- Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
- Space Needle
- University of Washington
- Pike Place Market
- Seattle Center
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alderwood Mall
- Seattle University
- Alki Beach
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- WaMu Theater
- University of Washington Medical Center
- T-Mobile USA Headquarters
- Chihuly Garden and Glass
- Westlake Center
- Seattle Great Wheel
- Showbox SoDo
- Museum of Flight