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1. Space Needle

Rising to an impressive 184 metres, Seattle’s famous Space Needle dates all the way back to 1962. Its unique futuristic design, with a panoramic viewing platform atop irregular legs, makes it an iconic fixture of the skyline.

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2. Seattle Waterfront

Walk all the way west from the heart of town and soon you’ll reach Seattle’s western border, the waterfront alongside Puget Sound with its islands and mountains beyond. This three-kilometre coastline is home to shops, piers and public spaces where you can wander and savour the sea air or taste some of the freshly caught fish on offer all around.

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Seattle Waterfront which includes a marina, sailing and boating

3. Pike Place Market

Lining the cobbled streets of Pike Place Market, you’ll find scores of shops and stalls, some of which have been kept in the same families for generations. It is a busy, thriving place where you can try the seasonal fruits on offer, smell the fresh flowers and admire the local arts and crafts.

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Pike Place Market featuring signage, a city and night scenes

4. Seattle Center

Seattle’s famous cultural and entertainment precinct is a must for any visitor to the city. The Seattle Center is home to many local major sporting teams, and some of the key performing arts institutions are also based within the large complex. Throw in some of Seattle’s major cultural institutions, a range of upscale restaurants and bars and a choreographed water show, and you’ll see why its easy to keep coming back to the Seattle Center.

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Seattle Center showing a fountain and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

5. Mount Rainier National Park

Rising nearly 4,400 metres into the sky, Mount Rainier towers above Seattle and is home to a stunning national park spanning an area of 616 square kilometres. Its 25 glaciers and huge snowfields melt each spring, supplying the region with water and revealing a striking landscape that is a designated Wilderness Area, complete with streams and waterfalls, as well as forests and alpine meadows.

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Mount Rainier National Park which includes snow, forests and tranquil scenes

What to do in Washington

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Space Needle

A towering icon rising high in the Seattle cityscape, this tall modern spire was built back in 1962 as the centrepiece for the World’s Fair.

Seattle Waterfront

This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.

Pike Place Market

A foodie’s paradise and the oldest farmers’ market in America, just a short walk up the steps from Seattle’s waterfront.

Seattle Center

A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.

Mount Rainier National Park

As well as dominating the skyline around Seattle, the huge volcanic mountain of Mount Rainier is also the epicentre of a large national park.

T-Mobile Park

Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

Lumen Field

Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

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.

Lake Chelan

Experience mountain views, hiking trails, clear waters, wellness spas and vineyards at this scenic lake and year-round vacation destination in Central Washington.

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Downtown Seattle

4.5/5(119 area reviews)

With great shops, bars and restaurants, as well as plenty of open green space, Downtown Seattle is a beautiful area of the city in which to pass the time.

Downtown Leavenworth

Downtown Leavenworth is a destination visitors seek out for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Icicle Gorge or Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Seabrook

If you're spending some time in Seabrook, Old Stump and Community Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Belltown

Seattle’s ultra-modern side is evident in this neighborhood, where an active arts and partying scene thrives amid its shining skyscrapers.

Capitol Hill

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Experience the leafy green parks, world-class art gallery and electric nightlife of this up-and-coming Seattle neighborhood.

Downtown Spokane

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

The stunning river views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Spokane. Make a stop by Bing Crosby Theater or Knitting Factory while you're exploring the area.

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