Sight Seeing In Seattle
In the northwest corner of the country you will find Seattle
. This city is the largest in that region as well as the largest city in the state of Washington.
It is a beautiful city located along the waterfront. It has a fairly mild climate, but it does rain quite a bit.
If you are looking for an exciting city to visit, make sure to check out
Seattle. It is full of plenty of attractions for all ages.
Probably one of the most popular things to see in Seattle is the Space Needle, which is recognized all over the world as a symbol of this city. The Space Needle was built in 1962 for the world's fair and currently has over 1 million visitors each year.
You can actually go to the top of the Space Needle and enjoy a beautiful view of the city. There is also a restaurant at the top of the Space Needle.
The restaurant actually moves 360 degrees allowing each visitor to see many different views of the city during their meal. Another landmark in the area is the Freemont Troll.
This troll sits under the bridge in Freemont and is a fun spot for visitors to take pictures. Seattle is also a city full of the arts.
The 5th Avenue Theatre is a good example. At this theatre visitors can attend a show.
The building is also very beautiful with ornate details. The Symphony Orchestra is another great way to enjoy the arts.
Attend a performance and prepare to be amazed by the acoustics. The Seattle Art Museum is another spot to enjoy the creative side of this city.
There are many amazing pieces of artwork on display. An extension of the museum is the Olympic Sculpture Park.
Walk along the waterfront as you enjoy different sculptures in this park. Another hot spot in Seattle is Pike Place.
This is the perfect spot to take a stroll, buy fresh flowers, or fresh fish. Many visitors enjoy watching the "flying fish".
This is the spot where the fish vendors toss fish to each other. It is a unique spot and a great place to buy souvenirs.
Also at Pike Place are street performers as well as many restaurants and cafes. If you have children, they are sure to enjoy the Seattle Aquarium.
Discover marine wildlife at this attraction as you have the opportunity to get up close to many of them. The Woodland Park Zoo is another fun spot for young kids.
This zoo is award-winning and only a few minutes from downtown. There are many animals and special exhibits featured throughout the year.
Something else to do in this city is attend one of the museums. The Museum of Flight is a great place for all ages.
Here you can climb aboard a real jet, try some simulators, and learn many fascinating facts. A few other museums are located in Seattle Center including a Children's Museum.
This is also the spot for the Space Needle, a Science Center, a fountain, an amusement park and much more. It is a great place to spend the day.
Seattle is also full of many exciting tours. There are of course bus tours and walking tours, but they also have a Ride the Ducks tour, where visitors ride through town and then go into the lake for even more fun and touring.
Another tour in the area is a food tour where you will enjoy the cuisine of the northwest. Lastly, Seattle has many fabulous outdoor spots to visit.
Gas Works Park is a must see. This park originally was a plant that manufactured gas from coal.
It has now been painted in bright colors and features interesting structures for guests to climb on and enjoy the views. The Kerry Park Viewpoint is another great spot to see the skyline.
Climb up on the wall and relax as you view the city. After all of this touring you will probably be hungry.
Here are a few great restaurants in the area: Etta's, Mama's Mexican Kitchen, Metropolitan Grill, Waterfront Seafood Grill, Elliot's Oyster House, and Pike Place Chowder. They are all very delicious.
As you can see this city is full of many unique, exciting attractions. You are sure to have a fabulous time!
by: Ronald Pedactor
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