In continuous operation for nearly 40 years, the space is filled with locally made ceramics, jewelry & glass pieces. All works regardless of medium are characterized by comfortable solid craftsmanship
Located on the waterfront next to the Omnidome, this aquarium features exotic fishes, sea mammals & other ocean life. See the sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters & even come face to face with a shark.
Opened in 1977, this bright gallery displays a little bit of everything in its theatrical space, vivid paintings, sculptures, photographs, pottery and mixed-media works.
"Crab Pot had root beer on tap in frosted mugs. I'm a root beer junkie so it was heaven!" --Adam Richman, Man v Food Nation
More than 100 historical boats are docked here & you can climb aboard to learn all about their history from a well-informed staff. Talk to craftspeople currently restoring many classic wooden boats.
Open since 1997, the gallery specializes in conventional formats tweaked by unconventional matter and style. While narrative art is featured, abstract pieces predominate.
The dominant materials in this Pioneer Square park are wood, concrete and water. It's like stepping into a Zen water and rock garden.The splashing water drowns out traffic noise and soothes the soul.
Themes vary at the whim of the artist and the gallery owner. You might see a retrospective on baseball or a series of "shadow" photographs in which the images look like faint scraps of ghosts.
This park tells the story Seattle played in the Gold Rush of 1898. Some miners stayed in Seattle & made fortunes in other ways, including John Nordstrom, the founder of Nordstrom department stores.
This museum depicts the story of the Asian-American experience through historic photographs, artwork and text. The museum store sells photographs, documentaries & books on Japanese-American culture.
Browse through over 23,000 objects that include African, Asian, European, Oceanic, Aboriginal, among other international art. The museum hosts one of the top 5 US Japanese & Korean Art collections.
Located on the north shore of Lake Union, the park has excellent water views and a spectacular, unobstructed view of the city skyline. It is a popular spot for concerts.
At more than 80 years old, Fisherman's Terminal is still home to the North Pacific fishing fleet. A pillar decorated with sea fauna memorializes the local fishermen lost at sea in the 20th century.
With its lush green spaces, its breathtaking Japanese Garden and its abundance of rare trees, plants and flowers (more than 40,000 species), it is one of the brightest jewels in the Emerald City.
With over 60,000 visitors every year, it is one of Seattle's most popular museums, & preserves & promotes the history of the Pacific NW. The museum houses a vast collection of artifacts from the area.
Built in 1920, it seats 72,500 fans. 70% of the seats are located in the end zone; so this venue is often referred to as the loudest arena! It is the largest stadium on the Pacific Northwest coast.
The zoo let's you step into an African savanna, an Asian elephant habitat and a tropical rain forest. The zoo also brings special exhibits, which have included monitor dragons, butterflies and other b
This two-and-a-half-mile strip of sandy beach is one of the most popular beaches in the area, and it was also where Seattle's first non-Native American settlers spent their first winter.
This neighborhood immediately to the west of the UW campus attracts students and locals for shopping, snacking and strolling. University Way (formerly 14th Avenue) is usually referred to as "The Ave".
Although the park has a beach it's not a prime spot for swimming as the water's cold & the beach rocky. One trail extends to Puget Sound & after a lengthy walk you'll find a lighthouse and tide pools.
West Seattle centers around this former streetcar crossing called the 'spine' of the area. The streetcars run no more, but the intersection features the 'Walk All Ways' crossing system.
This artificial lake is home to a variety of geese, ducks & other wildlife. 1 lap around the lake is just 2.8 miles, & you can rent in-line skates or beach cruisers at nearby Gregg's Greenlake Cycle.
It's the largest garden of its kind in the US. Offering gorgeous views & a continually changing array of plants it includes several pavilions built using traditional Chinese materials & techniques.
Walk, stroll or simply sit at this beautiful beach overlooking Shilshole Bay. During the day, families and couples walk their dogs or play volleyball, basketball or Frisbee on the sandy beach.
The beach is perfect for exploring, the meadows just right for Frisbee and the picnic areas nicely sheltered.And, Colman Pool—open only during summer lets you experience the salty waters of Puget Soun
Named for Sen. Magnuson, creative force behind the Pacific Science Center, the park is home to Sound Garden, a collection of oscillating aluminum tubes that, when wind passes over them, hum hauntingly
Well-laid out with fruit trees, picnic benches & playgrounds, this is urban Eden that kids love. On summer weekends, the beach is full of families swimming & playing in the waters of Lake Washington.
Fujito Kubota, a master gardener & landscaper, gave this park to Seattle in 1987. These splendid acres of lush greenery, feeding ponds & footbridges are painted bright red with gold accents.
This hands-on museum features IMAX movies and laser shows, plus ever-changing exhibits that include displays on dinosaurs, whales, robots and much more.
Built for the 1962 World Expo, Space Needle distinctive structure, rising 600-plus feet above Seattle Center , has since become Seattle's most famous landmark.
The museum takes you through music history by immersing you in nearly 80,000 artifacts including photos, sound archives, costumes and musical instruments from notable artists.
Views are spectacular; the Bainbridge Island ferry leaves from Colman Dock; and the popular Summer Nights at the Pier concerts play at sublime Pier 62/63.
Internationally recognized for its excellent collection of Asian, African and Native American art and for its fine collection of modern art produced by Pacific Northwest artists.
Takes visitors around Pioneer Square above ground and also to a hidden Seattle that now lies underground. About 25 square blocks of Pioneer Square have hollow spaces under the sidewalks.
