HISTORY: Located on the waterfront next to the Omnidome, this aquarium features exotic fishes, sea mammals & other ocean life. See the sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters & even come face to face with a shark.
HISTORY: It's the largest garden of its kind in the US. Offering gorgeous views & a continually changing array of plants it includes several pavilions built using traditional Chinese materials & techniques.
HISTORY: This two-and-a-half-mile strip of sandy beach is one of the most popular beaches in the area, and it was also where Seattle's first non-Native American settlers spent their first winter.
1400 E Prospect St (in Volunteer Park), Seattle, WA
Art Museum · Capitol Hill · 26 tips and reviews
HISTORY: Browse through over 23,000 objects that include African, Asian, European, Oceanic, Aboriginal, among other international art. The museum hosts one of the top 5 US Japanese & Korean Art collections.
HISTORY: This artificial lake is home to a variety of geese, ducks & other wildlife. 1 lap around the lake is just 2.8 miles, & you can rent in-line skates or beach cruisers at nearby Gregg's Greenlake Cycle.
HISTORY: The museum takes you through music history by immersing you in nearly 80,000 artifacts including photos, sound archives, costumes and musical instruments from notable artists.
HISTORY: Located on the north shore of Lake Union, the park has excellent water views and a spectacular, unobstructed view of the city skyline. It is a popular spot for concerts.
College Football Field · University District · 29 tips and reviews
HISTORY: Built in 1920, it seats 72,500 fans. 70% of the seats are located in the end zone; so this venue is often referred to as the loudest arena! It is the largest stadium on the Pacific Northwest coast.
HISTORY: Although the park has a beach it's not a prime spot for swimming as the water's cold & the beach rocky. One trail extends to Puget Sound & after a lengthy walk you'll find a lighthouse and tide pools.
GOOD: Definitely this farmer's market out. It's run by the Sustainable Food Center (in Austin as well), which brings local produce into the city for sale.
1300 1st Ave (btwn Union & University), Seattle, WA
Art Museum · Seattle Central Business District · 126 tips and reviews
HISTORY: Internationally recognized for its excellent collection of Asian, African and Native American art and for its fine collection of modern art produced by Pacific Northwest artists.