- Our list of the best things to do in Seattle, Washington, features the top 570 nearby activities — including 226 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Seattle, WA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Food & Drink, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 40 things to do within the city of Seattle, WA , followed by 530 popular activities in nearby cities, including Woodinville, Kirkland, Poulsbo, Bellevue, Bremerton, Edmonds, Issaquah, Bainbridge Island, Redmond, Kent, Renton, Snohomish, Federal Way, Gig Harbor, Lynnwood, Port Orchard, Bothell, Auburn, Mukilteo, Everett, Snoqualmie, Silverdale, Tacoma, Sammamish, Burien, Shoreline, Clinton and Seatac
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Restaurant co-owner walks 12–16 students through a complete creole and Cajun meal, including soup, an appetizer, entree, and dessert
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Boasting eleven floors and a total area of over 362,000 square feet, the Seattle Public Library is an architectural sight to behold. In addition to books, the library offers computers, databases, and a variety of other resources.
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Watch ships pass through these man-made locks as you learn about how these man-made engineering marvels work. Follow it with a walk through the botanical gardens and a view of the fish ladder during salmon season.
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Lincoln Park is West Seattle's major multi-purpose park, offering activities for the whole family to enjoy. .Boat launching, picnic sites, woods, play areas and paths are only some of the activities offered at this huge park.
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12584 votes
Between Pike and Pine sts. at First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
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Pike Place Market is a Farmer's Market, Crafts Market, and Specialty Foods Market that raises funds for low income housing and services for those in need within the community. The 160 Acre farm and market place has restaurants, shops and locally grown organic fruits, vegetables, and meats.
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With waters that are typically too chilly to swim in, Alki Beach in Seattle, is a favorite destination for those who enjoy relaxing and playing on the waterfront. Featuring 135 acres of parkland, beachgoers enjoy rollerblading, jogging, picnicking and enjoying the sunsets.
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With capacity to hold 72,000 people, Century Link Field contains 48 concession areas and 11 elevators to maintain a smooth flowing venue. The field hosts the local Seattle Seahawks and also offers private and group tours.
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Gas Works Park opened to the public in 1975 on lands that originally contained a plant that converted gas from coal. The 19-acre site includes picnic areas, a large play barn, and a stunning view of Seattle.
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Originally built for the 1962 World Fair, the 74-acre Seattle Center is a park, arts, and entertainment center. Though it contains many attractions, it is most famous for The Space Needle.
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85%
1870 votes
5500 Phinney Avenue North (West Gate), Seattle, WA 98103
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This 92 acre zoo exhibits over 1,000 animals which represent nearly 300 species, surrounded by gardens. They offer a calendar of year round and seasonal events including overnight guided tours and summer camp programs.
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View Elliot Bay, the lights of downtown Seattle, Mt Rainier and everything in between from the 520 foot high observation deck, or simply have a relaxing meal with beautiful panoramic views; banquet facilities also available.