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Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
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Harbour Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
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From Seattle: Twilight Forks Washington Tour
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Seattle: Pike Place Market Chef-Guided Food Tour
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Mad Scientist Cocktail and Mocktail Lab
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.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
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.
Washington State Convention Center
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.
Bellevue Square
The buzzing heart of Bellevue, this multistory shopping complex houses brand stores, upscale dining establishments and entertainment for the whole family.
Areas of Seattle
Downtown Seattle
Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Broadway while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop to see more of the area.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seattle Center and Space Needle, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
South Lake Union
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazon, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.
Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Moore Theater and The Crocodile.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
- Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
- Space Needle
- Seattle Center
- Pike Place Market
- Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66
- T-Mobile Park
- Washington State Convention Center
- Bellevue Square
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Pioneer Square
- Paramount Theatre
- Microsoft Campus
- University of Washington Medical Center
- Seattle Aquarium
- Alki Beach
- Museum of Pop Culture
- Chihuly Garden and Glass
- Museum of Flight
- Chateau Ste. Michelle
- Westlake Center
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