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Kerry Park
As featured in 3 days in Seattle and 1 other guide
Kerry Park
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Ranked #1 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
5 of 5 stars 192 reviews
Owner description: For one of the best views of Seattle head to Kerry Park, a small park located on the south side of Queen Anne Hill.  A photo... more » Owner description: For one of the best views of Seattle head to Kerry Park, a small park located on the south side of Queen Anne Hill.  A photo from here is Seattle postcard-perfect, featuring ferries crossing Elliott Bay, the city skyline with the Space Needle in the forefront and, if weather conditions are favorable, a view of Mt. Rainier. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
Museum of Flight
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Museum of Flight
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Ranked #2 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 453 reviews

The Museum of Flight is an expansive facility filled with all things related to flight.    From the first primitive glider designed by the Wright brothers to the stealthy... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  12.0 km from city centre
Seattle Symphony
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Ranked #3 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Take a break and take in some Bach or Berlioz here.
Attraction type  Symphonies
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
Pike Place Market
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Pike Place Market
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Ranked #4 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 1,807 reviews

Pike Place Market, an open-air shopping haven and Seattle institution, is a must-see for first time and return visitors alike.  Be prepared for large crowds on the weekends and... more »

Attraction type  Flea/ Street Markets; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.4 km from city centre
Discovery Park
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Discovery Park
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Ranked #5 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 73 reviews
You can get lost happily among the thickets, nature trails, beaches and bluffs of this 534-acre park.
Attraction type  Parks; Jogging Paths/ Tracks
Distance  6.0 km from city centre
Washington State Ferries
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Washington State Ferries
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Ranked #6 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 473 reviews

Any visit to Seattle that doesn't include even a short ferry trip is one that left out a real experience. Because of its geography, Seattle relies on the State ferry system to... more »

Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats; Public Transportation Systems
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
Safeco Field
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Safeco Field
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Ranked #7 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 224 reviews

If you are a baseball fan don't miss this tour.  The tour will take you to places such as the visitor's locker room, presidential suite, press box, press conference room, dugout... more »

Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields; Sports Complexes
Distance  3.3 km from city centre
Kubota Gardens
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Kubota Gardens
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Ranked #8 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  8.9 km from city centre
Seattle Public Library
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Seattle Public Library
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Ranked #9 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 158 reviews
Attraction type  Libraries; Architectural Buildings
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
Theo Chocolate
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Theo Chocolate
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Ranked #10 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 115 reviews
Attraction type  Factory Tours; Speciality Shops
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
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Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
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Ranked #11 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 207 reviews
Owner description: The Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (locally known as the Ballard Locks) is a waterway system that connects the saltwater of the... more » Owner description: The Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (locally known as the Ballard Locks) is a waterway system that connects the saltwater of the Puget Sound to the fresh water of the Ship Canal, which sits about 20 feet above sea level.  Boats enter the locks, the gates close and the water rises or falls to the level of the destination waterway.  Watching boats pass through the locks, exploring the 7 acres of botanical gardens and looking for fish on the fish ladder is fun and free entertainment that draws locals and tourists alike. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks; Bodies of Water
Distance  6.3 km from city centre
University of Washington
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University of Washington
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Ranked #12 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 93 reviews

Cherry blossoms in the Arts and Sciences Quad next to Suzzallo Library are not to be missed. See them March 3-13 or so this year (2010, and normally, the second or third week of... more »

Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  4.5 km from city centre
Volunteer Park Conservatory
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Volunteer Park Conservatory
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Ranked #13 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: Five houses on the conservatory represent five distinct environments, from jungle to desert. Theres also a Cactus House, a... more » Owner description: Five houses on the conservatory represent five distinct environments, from jungle to desert. Theres also a Cactus House, a Fern House and a Bromeliad House. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
Green Lake Park
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Green Lake Park
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Ranked #14 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 69 reviews
Swim or paddleboat in this scenic park lake.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  6.8 km from city centre
Woodland Park Zoo
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Woodland Park Zoo
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Ranked #15 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 260 reviews
Owner description: Nationally award-winning Woodland Park Zoo is a 92-acre zoological garden featuring more than 1,000 animals representing... more » Owner description: Nationally award-winning Woodland Park Zoo is a 92-acre zoological garden featuring more than 1,000 animals representing nearly 300 species from around the world. New exhibits include Zoomazium, an indoor, nature-themed play space for kids, and our award-winning Humboldt penguin exhibit, replicating the desert coasts of their native Peru. « less
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  5.4 km from city centre
Seattle Seaplanes
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Seattle Seaplanes
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Ranked #16 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: For over 30 years Seattle Seaplanes has proudly operated on Lake Union, just minutes from downtown Seattle.Our pilots have... more » Owner description: For over 30 years Seattle Seaplanes has proudly operated on Lake Union, just minutes from downtown Seattle.Our pilots have logged more than 20,000 hours of flying time and countless water landings.At Seattle Seaplanes, we take pride in our high standards of service! Our experience and enthusiasm will be evident when you choose to fly with us. We're ready to take you there.The entire Seattle Seaplanes crew look forward to welcoming you on-board our seaplanes! « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
Teatro ZinZanni
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Ranked #17 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 84 reviews
Attraction type  Dinner Theatres
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
Benaroya Hall
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Ranked #18 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
The new home of the Seattle Symphony.
Attraction type  Symphonies
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
Seattle Art Museum
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Seattle Art Museum
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Ranked #19 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 245 reviews
This post-modern structure houses an impressive and eclectic collection.
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
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Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
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Ranked #20 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 71 reviews
Owner description: This national park is really a free museum that documents Seattle history, from the fire that burned it down to the gold rush... more » Owner description: This national park is really a free museum that documents Seattle history, from the fire that burned it down to the gold rush that helped build it up. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
Burke-Gilman Trail
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Burke-Gilman Trail
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Ranked #21 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
A paved path offering scenic views for hikers and bikers alike.
Attraction type  Trails; Biking Trails
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
Columbia Center Sky View
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Columbia Center Sky View
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Ranked #22 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 85 reviews

Bank of America Tower provides the best view of Seattle. You can see the waters, stadium, Space Needle and all the towers of Seattle from the 73rd floor of Bank of America Tower... more »

Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers; Architectural Buildings
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
Alki Beach
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Alki Beach
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Ranked #23 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 89 reviews

Alki Beach is located in a neighborhood called "West Seattle," and faces west to the Olympic Mountains,which offer some of the best sunsets in the Seattle area.  There are several... more »

Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  4.1 km from city centre
Gas Works Park
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Gas Works Park
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Ranked #24 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 80 reviews
Owner description: From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a... more » Owner description: From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  3.0 km from city centre
Waterfall Garden Park
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Waterfall Garden Park
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Ranked #25 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 36 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  2.5 km from city centre
Space Needle
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Space Needle
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Ranked #26 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4 of 5 stars 997 reviews
Owner description: Climb 520 feet to the observation deck of Seattle's signature building, which is actually 605 feet tall, for spectacular... more » Owner description: Climb 520 feet to the observation deck of Seattle's signature building, which is actually 605 feet tall, for spectacular views of the city and its surrounding area. For food and fantastic sights check out SkyCity, the tower's rotating restaurant that makes one complete orbit per hour. « less
Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings; Monuments/ Statues
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
Qwest Field
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Qwest Field
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Ranked #27 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
This is the home of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks.
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
The Pink Door
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Ranked #28 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 63 reviews
Attraction type  Bar/ Clubs; Performances
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
Seattle Waterfront
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Seattle Waterfront
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Ranked #29 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4 of 5 stars 158 reviews
Owner description: Walking along the Seattle Waterfront is a perfect way to soak up some Northwest atmosphere.  Take in views of the Puget Sound... more » Owner description: Walking along the Seattle Waterfront is a perfect way to soak up some Northwest atmosphere.  Take in views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains while exploring Olympic Sculpture Park, the Seattle Aquarium, shops, and restaurants like Ivar’s, a local landmark, where you can watch the ferries load and depart while you eat.  « less
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
Smith Tower
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Smith Tower
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Ranked #30 of 210 Attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
This historic Seattle building offers great views of the city at the top.
Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  2.4 km from city centre
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