Nestled in Washington State, Seattle is both a major port and cosmopolitan city of the Pacific Northwest. Seattle offers a variety of activities for locals and tourists. You can get active discovering the Native American arts in one of many museums, wandering around the food vendor stalls and seafood selections at Seattle's famous Pike Place Market or enjoying a great waterfront view at the Seattle Waterfront.
Landmarks
A majority of the historic city of Seattle's landmarks are widely recognized icons that reflect the vibrant culture and tradition. If you are interested in a city view, you can explore downtown Seattle and drop by the International District subway station on 5th and Jackson to visit the street clock. Take a long walk to Seattle Center's Space Needle, and use an elevator to view the city of Seattle. Rent a bike and visit the colossal statue Fremont Troll or Gum Wall outside the Market Theater at Pike Place Market or the famous cold war rocket monument Fremont Rocket. Statues include the Jimi Hendrix Commemorative Statue, Lenin Statue in Fremont and Hammering Man at the Seattle Art Museum.
Pike Place Market
Pike Place Market is the nation's oldest farmers' and fish market situated above the waterfront on First and Pike in downtown Seattle, which you can visit daily, with fresh produce, seafood and local food samples. The market is easy to walk within and features a variety of international food bars, cafes, restaurants, crafts and art, and the famous original Starbucks. Whether you enjoy fishing or have a lust for seafood, you can watch or photograph the busy fishmongers throw fish at the counters.
Museums and Exhibitions
If you are in downtown Seattle, stop by the Seattle Art Museum on First Avenue and explore the international collection of Asian, African, European, American and Northwest Coast Native American arts or the Museum of History and Industry to learn more about the history of Seattle and the greater Puget Sound region. For aviation fans, step inside the Museum of Flight and visit the T.A. Wilson Great Gallery where it showcases aircraft, or walk on the T. Evans Wyckoff Memorial Bridge. If you have an interest in Chinese or Japanese art, be sure to stop by the Seattle Asian Art Museum at the Capitol Hill.
Capitol Hill Neighborhood
The Capitol Hill neighborhood is the urban center for locals and tourists for shopping, bars and restaurants, and nightlife. It is home to a diverse and gay community. It is an easy walk from the city of Seattle if you are looking for a break from downtown and you can rent a bike to ride by the Capitol Hill's residential districts. You can also attend the largest Seattle International Film Festival from the end of May to early June.
Seattle Waterfront
Walk to Seattle's Waterfront from downtown and take a cruise tour to explore and enjoy the waterfront of Seattle or the islands of Puget Sound. Practice yoga or run along the Waterfront Park, Myrtle Edwards Park and the Olympic Sculpture Park. You can experience real sailing on yachts for a few hours with the experienced sailors. If you are up for the underwater adventure, take a stop at the Seattle Aquarium or the Odyssey maritime Discovery Center. Stay active at the Seattle Waterfront Arcade with your kids and family by playing games.
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