Best Things to Do in Seattle, Part 2, Seattle, Washington
Visiting the Space Needle in Seattle WA is undeniably one of the top 10 things to do in Seattle, if ever you need to trim down the list to a maximum ten.
The tourist attraction underwent a much-needed multi-million dollar renovation, now featuring a rotating glass floor, tilting glass walls and open air decks.
If you are coming from downtown Seattle, ride the Seattle Center Monorail which connects you directly to the Space Needle. A visit to this tourist destination is highly recommended especially if you are planning to celebrate something special with your loved one.
There is a special sunset wine experience offered at the Space Needle to make your time there completely remarkable.
If you want to see the differing beauty of Seattle between night and day, book a two-time pass, start and end your Seattle itinerary at the best place possible.
Did you know Seattle has an ice cream cruise? It runs year-round on Sundays and it’s a fun (and super affordable) way to cruise around Lake Union.
On board the Seattle Ice Cream Cruise, the captain talks about the history of Seattle. You’ll see the houseboat from Sleepless in Seattle, Gasworks Park, the University of Washington, the Ballard Locks, and more. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
The tourist attraction underwent a much-needed multi-million dollar renovation, now featuring a rotating glass floor, tilting glass walls and open air decks.
If you are coming from downtown Seattle, ride the Seattle Center Monorail which connects you directly to the Space Needle. A visit to this tourist destination is highly recommended especially if you are planning to celebrate something special with your loved one.
There is a special sunset wine experience offered at the Space Needle to make your time there completely remarkable.
If you want to see the differing beauty of Seattle between night and day, book a two-time pass, start and end your Seattle itinerary at the best place possible.
Did you know Seattle has an ice cream cruise? It runs year-round on Sundays and it’s a fun (and super affordable) way to cruise around Lake Union.
On board the Seattle Ice Cream Cruise, the captain talks about the history of Seattle. You’ll see the houseboat from Sleepless in Seattle, Gasworks Park, the University of Washington, the Ballard Locks, and more. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Best Things to Do in Seattle, Part 2
Guide Location: USA » Seattle
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Tim Kroeger
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.universal-traveller.com/what-best-fun-things-to-do-in-seattle/part2
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: USA » Seattle
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Tim Kroeger
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.universal-traveller.com/what-best-fun-things-to-do-in-seattle/part2
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Museum of History & Industry
- Pacific Science Center
- Seattle Central Library
- Starbucks Reserve
- Smith Tower
- The Lookout
- Alki Beach Seattle
- Alki Point lighthouse
- Duke’s Seafood
- T-Mobile Park Seattle
- Pinball Museum
- Wing Luke Museum
- Seattle Aquarium
- Kerry Park Seattle
- Green Lake Community Center
- Benaroya Hall Seattle
- Nordstrom Recital Hall
- Volunteer Park Conservatory
- Fremont Troll
- Frye Art Museum
- Cafe Frieda
- Center for Wooden Boats
- Gum Wall
- Gas Works Park
- Waterfront Park
- Four Seasons Hotel Seattle
- The Charter Seattle
- The State Hotel
- Thompson Seattle
- Seattle Space Needle
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