Seattle Fun Guide
Sightseeing
Located in the heart of Seattle, Chihuly Garden and Glass provides a look at the inspiration and influences that inform the career of artist Dale Chihuly. Through the exhibition’s eight interior galleries, lush outdoor garden and centerpiece Glasshouse visitors will experience a comprehensive look at Chihuly's most significant series of work. With both day and night experiences, and full-service dining in the adjoining Collections Café, this long-term exhibition offers a unique experience rain or shine.
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Chihuly Garden and Glass
305 Harrison StLocated in the heart of Seattle, Chihuly Garden and Glass provides a look at the inspiration and influences that inform the career of artist Dale Chihuly. Through the exhibition’s eight interior galleries, lush outdoor garden and centerpiece Glasshouse visitors will experience a comprehensive look at Chihuly's most significant series of work. With both day and night experiences, and full-service dining in the adjoining Collections Café, this long-term exhibition offers a unique experience rain or shine.
"At the Burke, we bring together people, objects and the stories that make them meaningful. See working labs, one-of-a-kind objects, & galleries filled with culture & conversation. Cultural Learning. Hands-on Science Programs. Geology & Paleontology. Heritage. Biology."
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Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture
4303 15th Ave NE"At the Burke, we bring together people, objects and the stories that make them meaningful. See working labs, one-of-a-kind objects, & galleries filled with culture & conversation. Cultural Learning. Hands-on Science Programs. Geology & Paleontology. Heritage. Biology."
Top floor of Seattle's tallest building- better views than the Space Needle!
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Sky View Observatory Columbia Center
700 4th AveTop floor of Seattle's tallest building- better views than the Space Needle!
The classic must-do activity, complete with the very first Starbucks.
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Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveThe classic must-do activity, complete with the very first Starbucks.
Where the Kraken hockey team practices! Go ice skating or grab a pint, or both!
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Kraken Community Iceplex
10601 5th Ave NEWhere the Kraken hockey team practices! Go ice skating or grab a pint, or both!
Go aboard the first jet Air Force One, the Concorde, 747, 787 Dreamliner, a Space Shuttle trainer, and nearly every American military aircraft.
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The Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way SGo aboard the first jet Air Force One, the Concorde, 747, 787 Dreamliner, a Space Shuttle trainer, and nearly every American military aircraft.
Food scene
Great start to a tasting adventure in Woodinville Wine Country
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Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
14111 NE 145th StGreat start to a tasting adventure in Woodinville Wine Country
Great tacos and drinks right on the water on Portage Bay/Lake Union. Can also rent kayaks and SUPs from their boathouse.
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Agua Verde Cafe
1303 NE Boat StGreat tacos and drinks right on the water on Portage Bay/Lake Union. Can also rent kayaks and SUPs from their boathouse.
Stop here for a beer or brunch after a visit to Magnuson Park. Located right next to the Sand Point Paddling Club for kayak/paddleboard rentals.
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Magnuson Cafe & Brewery
7801 62nd Ave NEStop here for a beer or brunch after a visit to Magnuson Park. Located right next to the Sand Point Paddling Club for kayak/paddleboard rentals.
Rooftop bar overlooking north Seattle. Located inside the Graduate Hotel
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The Mountaineering Club
4507 Brooklyn Ave NERooftop bar overlooking north Seattle. Located inside the Graduate Hotel
The "Willy Wonka" experience of coffee. Great for a rainy day or as a stop while exploring the Capitol Hill neighborhood.
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Starbucks Reserve Roastery
1124 Pike StThe "Willy Wonka" experience of coffee. Great for a rainy day or as a stop while exploring the Capitol Hill neighborhood.
Great dinner, drinks, and brunch a five minute walk from the house
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The Maple
8929 Roosevelt Way NEGreat dinner, drinks, and brunch a five minute walk from the house
World-class Chinese/Taiwanese food. Located in the University Village outdoor shopping mall. Free garage parking in the same building as the restaurant. Go early/off-peak.
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Din Tai Fung
2621 NE 46th StWorld-class Chinese/Taiwanese food. Located in the University Village outdoor shopping mall. Free garage parking in the same building as the restaurant. Go early/off-peak.
University District Farmers Market
5031 Chris Curtis WayEvery saturday
Cloud City Coffee
8801 Roosevelt Way NEGreat local coffee shop, 5 minute walk from the house
Outdoor Activity
This 27-mile rail-trail is perfect for walking, running, and biking. Running from Seattle's Ballard neighborhood to the town of Woodinville, this trail brings access to the shores of Lakes Union and Washington, UW and the University District, and the Fremont neighborhood. Access anywhere, but try Matthews Beach Park as a starting point with parking.
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Burke Gilman Trail
Burke-Gilman TrailThis 27-mile rail-trail is perfect for walking, running, and biking. Running from Seattle's Ballard neighborhood to the town of Woodinville, this trail brings access to the shores of Lakes Union and Washington, UW and the University District, and the Fremont neighborhood. Access anywhere, but try Matthews Beach Park as a starting point with parking.
Run, walk, kayak, or paddleboard at one of Seattle's best parks
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Green Lake Park
7201 East Green Lake Dr NRun, walk, kayak, or paddleboard at one of Seattle's best parks
Great park within walking distance of the house. Many dog owners come here for long-range fetch and impromptu dog meet-ups (not a fenced off-leash area, just a large field)
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Maple Leaf Reservoir Park
1020 NE 82nd StGreat park within walking distance of the house. Many dog owners come here for long-range fetch and impromptu dog meet-ups (not a fenced off-leash area, just a large field)
Former Navy base turned into a city park on the shores of Lake Washington, complete with a giant fenced, off-leash dog park. Rent kayaks/paddleboards at the Sand Point Paddling Club or stop by the Magnuson Cafe and Brewery.
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Warren G. Magnuson Park
7400 Sand Point Way NEFormer Navy base turned into a city park on the shores of Lake Washington, complete with a giant fenced, off-leash dog park. Rent kayaks/paddleboards at the Sand Point Paddling Club or stop by the Magnuson Cafe and Brewery.
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The Electric Boat Company | Seattle Boat Rentals | Lake Union Electric Boat Rental
2046 Westlake Ave NHot Tub Boats
2520 Westlake Ave NSand Point Paddling Club
7751 63rd Avenue NortheastSUP, kayak rentals in Magnuson Park
Shopping
Upscale outdoor shopping center 12 min drive from the house. Check out Din Tai Fung for world-class Chinese/Taiwanese food.
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University Village
2623 NE University Village StUpscale outdoor shopping center 12 min drive from the house. Check out Din Tai Fung for world-class Chinese/Taiwanese food.
Neighborhoods
All of your essentials for shopping. Also the farthest north stop on the Link Light Rail that runs to the airport.
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Northgate
All of your essentials for shopping. Also the farthest north stop on the Link Light Rail that runs to the airport.
Roosevelt
Local restaurants and shopping close to the house
Transportation
Roosevelt Station
6515 12th Avenue NortheastLink Light Rail stop
Farthest north station on the Link Light Rail, runs to SeaTac airport.
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Northgate Transit Center Park & Ride (SE)
Northeast 103rd StreetFarthest north station on the Link Light Rail, runs to SeaTac airport.