Located on Washington’s Puget Sound, Seattle stands tall in the beautiful and magical Pacific Northwest. Snow-capped mountains, glimmering lakes and bays, copious coffee shops and a vibrant cultural scene are just a few of the city’s many charms. Blessed with a bustling waterfront, charming neighborhoods, award-winning restaurants and a cosmopolitan city center, Seattle will appeal to all.

Attractions

Pike Place Market, which recently celebrated its 100 year anniversary, is the oldest continually-operated public farmer’s market in the country. The market is an open-air mecca for produce, fresh crab, salmon, baked goods, art, crafts and dining. Even if you’re not looking to buy, there’s no better way to capture the vibe of the city.

Experience the Seattle Aquarium ... the window to Puget Sound and beyond. Sea otters, fur seals—more than 380 species of fish, invertebrates, birds and marine mammals. Feel as though you are walking underwater in the Dome. Touch tide pool creatures in the Discovery Lab and witness the entire lifecycle of Pacific salmon in the world’s only aquarium-based salmon ladder and fish hatchery.

Woodland Park Zoo is hailed as one of the finest zoos in the world for its award-winning naturalistic exhibits. More than 300 animal species from around the world and a thousand plant species are displayed in the 92-acre botanical garden.

Seattle Art Museum (SAM) is the region’s premier art museum! With an impressive collection of more than 21,000 objects, from Old Master paintings to African masks to contemporary Northwest Art, the museum offers exciting artistic experiences for visitors of all ages.

The Museum of History & Industry has been a Seattle favorite since 1952. The museum features award-winning exhibits and programs that bring 150 years of Pacific Northwest history to life.

Dining

Contrary to popular belief, Seattle is more than espresso carts, espresso stands, and espresso bars. Seattle is a food lover’s paradise, drawing on the rich bounty of the region as well as diverse ethnic traditions. There are hundreds of fine restaurants serving up delectable delights from fresh seafood to steaks and traditional fare from Asian to Italian.