Attractions in Seattle, Washington

Amusements

Fun Forest Amusements 206-728-1585
305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
Located at the Seattle Center
Come feel the excitement at Fun Forest where you ride the major rides, like Windstorm and Wild River. There are also kiddy rides available for the younger thril... more info map
Gameworks 206-521-0952
1511 Seventh Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Located Downtown
Gameworks is a total-entertainment facility with a full-service restaurant and bar, and state-of-the-art entertainment that features the most entertaining and... more info map
K1 Speed Seattle Go Kart Racing 425-455-9999
2207 Northeast Bel-Red Road, Redmond, WA 98052
K1 Speed Seattle is an indoor go kart racing facility serving Redmond, Bellevue, Seattle and King County area. Perfect for groups, parties and corporate events. The... more info map
Seattle Aquarium 206-386-4300
1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101
On Pier 59 of the Downtown Seattle waterfront
The Seattle Aquarium features many aquatic exhibits, including marine mammals, the giant Pacific octopus, a Pacific coral reef, local invertebrates, Puget Sound fish,... more info map
Seattle Center 206-684-7200
305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
The Seattle Center features over 70 acres of arts, entertainment, sports, recreation, shopping, dining, educational, and cultural adventures, and is host to ballet,... more info map
Smith Tower Observation Deck 206-622-4004
506 Second Avenue, Suite 1201, Seattle, WA 98104
Touted as "Seattle's favorite building," Smith Tower was the world's tallest building outside of New York City when completed. Here, vintage glass elevators take you to... more info map
Space Needle 206-905-2100
400 Broad Street, Seattle, WA 98109
Near the Monorail and Seattle Center House
The recognized symbol of Seattle, this tower stands 605 feet tall and offers fabulous views of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, the Cascade, and the Olympic mountain ranges. ... more info map
Wheel Fun Rentals 206-932-2035
2530 Alki Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116
Alki Beach
Enjoy the 2.5-mile strip of beautiful Alki Beach on one of Wheel Fun Rentals unique cycles. Their surreys allow families or big groups to ride together, while their... more info map

Libraries & Research Centers

Seattle Public Library 206-386-4636
1000 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Designed by world-renowned Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas, the award-winning glass and steel structure makes the building seem a little off-kilter and translucent -... more info map

Museums & Galleries

Burke Museum of Natural History & Culture 206-543-5590
Box 353010, Seattle, WA 98195
University of Washington
This museum, open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Thursdays until 8 p.m., is the state museum of natural and cultural history, and the only of its kind in the Northwest.... more info
Center for Wooden Boats, The 206-382-2628
1010 Valley Street, Seattle, WA 98109
Take to the water in a handcrafted, historic, restored sailboat, kayak or canoe at The Center for Wooden Boats. This is a maritime museum committed to exposing youth and... more info map
Children's Museum, The 206-441-1768
305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
Center House at Seattle Center
Explore eight hands-on, minds-on exhibit galleries where kids can hike through a mountain forest, sail to foreign lands, learn the fun of cause and effect, and get... more info map
EMP Museum 206-770-2700
325 5th Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
Seattle Center
EMP is "dedicated to the ideas and risk-taking that fuel contemporary popular culture" through its interactive technologies, collections, exhibitions, and educational... more info
Experience Music Project 206-770-2700
325 Fifth Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
Seattle Center Campus
Explore and celebrate music through this interactive museum where you can play instruments, learn about artists, and test the latest technology in the music industry. ... more info map
Flury & Company Ltd. 206-587-0260
322 First Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98104
Pioneer Square
One of the leading galleries in the world dealing in the purchase and sale of Edward S. Curtis photographic works. Photographs, photogravures, goldtones, manuscript... more info map
Foster/White Gallery 206-622-2833
220 Third Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98101
Varied and excellent contemporary painting, sculpture, and glass exhibitions. Since its inception in 1968, Foster/White Gallery has become one of the premier... more info map
Frye Art Museum 206-622-9250 Ext. 202
704 Terry Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104
The Northwestï¿½s only free public art museum, The Frye Art Museum presents a full array of changing exhibitions, lectures, gallery talks, films, and guided gallery... more info map
Greg Kucera Gallery 206-624-0770
212 Third Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98101
historic Pioneer Square
Nationally known artists, dealers and collectors. Mid-career national artist exhibitions. Sherry Markovitz and Claudia Fitch and emerging talent such as Jeff Simmons,... more info map
Grover/Thurston Gallery 206-223-0816
309 Occidental Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98101
more info map
Henry Art Gallery 206-543-2280
15th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 41st, Seattle, WA 98195
University of Washington, Seattle
A premier modern and contemporary art museum, the Henry Art Gallery features extraordinary exhibits and offers a film series, community and educational programs, and... more info
Kobo 206-726-0704
814 East Roy Street, Seattle, WA 98101
Find the works of the small studio artisans of Japan and the functional work of Northwest artists. Exhibits are scheduled 6 times each year showing carefully selected... more info map
Lisa Harris Gallery 206-443-3315
1922 Pike Place, Seattle, WA 98101
between Seattle Art Muse & Olympic Sculpture Park
Lisa Harris Gallery is a leading Seattle gallery featuring contemporary art including paintings, prints, drawings, sculpture, and photography. Occupying a view loft in... more info map
Museum of Flight, The 206-764-5720
9404 East Marginal Way, Seattle, WA 98108
With the largest and most comprehensive aviation and aerospace collection in the West, this museum records the history of air and space achievements through real... more info map
Museum of History & Industry 206-324-1126
2700 24th Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98112-2099
McCurdy Park
Representing life in Puget Sound from the 1780s to present, this museum's collection includes ship wheels, evening gowns, gramophones, baby carriages, Boeing's first... more info map
Nordic Heritage Museum 206-789-5707
3014 North 67th Street, Seattle, WA 98117
Honoring immigrants from five Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, this museum is unique in that it presents the differences and similarities... more info map
Northwest Craft Center 206-728-1555
305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98101
Offering an array of ceramics, jewelry, glass, prints, paintings and mixed media work. NWCC has provided a sophisticated and unique venue for craftspeople from around... more info map
Patricia Rovzar Gallery 206-223-0273
1225 Second Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Downtown
The gallery is centrally located adjacent to Seattle Art Museum and Benaroya Hall and is a short walk to many of the cities cultural and fine arts destinations. Our... more info map
Seattle Art Museum 206-654-3100
1300 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Located in Downtown Seattle
The Seattle Art Museum boasts an impressive collection of more than 22,500 items, with particular strength in five areas: Asian, African, Northwest Coast Native... more info map
Seattle Asian Art Museum 206-654-3100
1300 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98112
Volunteer Park
The Seattle Art Museum boasts an impressive collection of nearly 25,000 items, with particular strength in the areas of Asian, African, Northwest Coast Native American,... more info map
Seattle Metropolitan Police Museum 206-748-9991
317 Third Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98104
Historic Pioneer Square
Experience 140 years of northwest policing with rotating exhibits showing everything from gangsters to gumshoes, an interactive center, and gift shop. Children can... more info map
Steinbrueck Native Gallery 206-441-3821
2030 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Emerging artists as well as featuring long established masters, dedicated to enhancing understanding of the cultural traditions of the Northwest Coast First Nations... more info map
Wing Luke Asian Museum 206-623-5124
407 Seventh Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98104
International District
This Smithsonian-affiliated museum is the only community-based museum in the US devoted to the history, culture, and art of Asian Pacific Americans. This... more info map

National Parks & Natural Wonders

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park 206-553-7220
Union Trust Annex, 117 South Main Street, Seattle, WA 98104
Pioneer Square Historic District
From 1897 to 1898, tens of thousands of people descended upon Seattle in search of gold at the Klondike Gold Fields. Learn about this stampede through the park's... more info

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Woodland Park Zoo 206-548-2500
750 North 50th Street (South Entrance), Seattle, WA 98103
5500 Phinney Avenue North (West Entrance)
With 1,000 animals, representing more than 300 species plus 68 species of invertebrates, Woodland Park Zoo manages the largest live animal collection in the state of... more info map

Science & Technology

Pacific Science Center 206-443-2001
200 2nd Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
Award-winning interactive and innovative exhibits and programs related to science, math and technology, two IMAX theaters, the Tropical Butterfly House, live science... more info map

Tours & Cruises

'Private Eye on Seattle' Mystery & Murder Tours 206-365-3739
Tours Depart from the South End of Lake Union
Take a tour of the "darker side" of Seattle's streets and alleys. They offer a Seattle ghost tour, a Capitol Hill Mystery & Murder Tour, and a Queen Anne Mystery &... more info
American West Steamboat Company 206-443-6223
2101 Fourth Avenue #1150, Seattle, WA 98121
Cruise into history on this incredible steamboat featuring nightly showboat-style entertainment, dining and dancing. Choose from 73 spacious suites and staterooms for... more info map
Anchor Bay Charters 206-781-0709
1611 Fairview Avenue East (Dock Location), Seattle, WA 98117
Take a cruise on a luxury yacht as a unique way to celebrate any occasion. For longer day trips around the Seattle area, enjoy the popular cruise from Lake Union, out... more info map
Argosy Cruises 206-623-1445
1101 Alaskan Way, Pier 55, Suite 201, Seattle, WA 98101
Historic Downtown Seattle Waterfront
The family owned & operated Argosy Cruises provides private and public cruises around the Puget Sound area. more info map
Bill Speidel's Underground Tour 206-682-4646
608 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104
Located in Seattle’s Pioneer Square
This leisure, guided walking tour beneath Seattle’s sidewalks and streets begins inside Doc Maynard’s Public House, a restored 1890's saloon; before going through... more info map
Bon Vivant Wine Tours 206-437-1298
PO Box 15943, Seattle, WA 98115
Bon Vivant Wine Tours of Washington offer guided small group tours from Seattle of premium Washington State wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms - tours that also... more info map
Cedar Wave 206-355-0133
Port of Seattle
With Cedar Wave you can leisurely take in the beautiful sights along the shores of Puget Sound and Lake Washington. They provide custom boat charters and small group... more info
Chinatown Discovery Tours 206-623-5124
719 South King Street, Seattle, WA 98104
The Wing in the Chinatown-International District
In continuous operation since 1985, Chinatown Discovery Tours invites you "to tour the history and traditions of Seattle’s past and present Chinatown-International... more info map
Cruise West 206-441-8687
2301 Fifth Avenue, Suite 401 , Seattle, WA 98121
Their cruise destinations include Alaska, Japan, California Wine Country, the South Pacific, Mexico's Sea of Cortés, Grand Asia, Costa Rica & Panama, Columbia & Snake... more info map
Customized Tours and Charter Service 206-878-3965
1129 South 220th Street, Seattle, WA 98198
Provides customizable tour of Seattle, as well as van and bus charter services. more info map
Emerald City Charters 206-624-3931
Located at Pier 54 on Seattle's Waterfront
Be a guest aboard the custom designed 70' Sparkman - Stephens performance yacht "Obsession" or the Santa Cruz 70 "Neptune's Car." Both of the yachts have large open... more info map
Gray Line of Seattle 206-626-5208
4500 West Marginal Way Southwest, Seattle, WA 98106
Offers sightseeing options and airport shuttles. They have a Double Decker and offer a Boeing factory tour. Try one of their Pacific Northwest Package tours. They also... more info map
Let's Tour Seattle 206-632-1447
1416 Southwest Webster Street, Seattle, WA 98106
They have coaches available in size from 14 to 55-passengers. All are late model and comfortable. more info map
Market Ghost Tours 206-322-1218
93 Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98110
Pike Place Market
One hour walking tours of the Pike Place Market which are offered year round. The tours are a collection of stories from members of the Market community and span a time... more info map
Ride the Ducks of Seattle 206-441-DUCK
516 Broad Street, Seattle, WA 98109
Seattle Center, Across from the Space Needle
Voted one of the five "must do's" in Seattle, Ride the Ducks allows you to tour Seattle by land and sea in a remanufactured WWII amphibious landing craft. more info map
Seattle Orca Whale Watching - The Whale Plane 360-378-6545
950 West Lake Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
See wild Orca whales and experience a grand seaplane ride too. Enjoy The Whale Plane package tour. more info map
Seattle Qwik Tours 206-743-1884
3832 Eastern Avenue North #3, Seattle, WA 98103
A top tour agency that is looking forward to showing you this beautiful city. more info map
Seattle Seaplanes 206-329-9638
1325 Fairview Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98102
Take a popular 20-minute scenic flight or charter a floatplane to the mountains or your favorite fishing retreat. They also offer dinner flights to several restaurants... more info map
Seattle Tours 206-768-1234
PO Box 66671, Seattle, WA 98116
Seattle Tours offers knowledgable guides, comfortable mini-coaches and door-to-door service. more info map
Seattle Wine Tours 206-444-9463
321 3rd Avenue South, Suite 204, Seattle, WA 98104
Seattle Wine Tours is much more than a tour; it is a wine touring and tasting experience. Their knowledgeable chauffeur guides, combined with their quality vehicles have... more info map
Show Me Seattle Tours 206-633-CITY (2489)
PO Box 30833, Seattle, WA 98113
These Seattle bus tours keep the group sizes low and last three hours. Visit and learn about downtown Seattle, the Seattle Waterfront, Pioneer Square and witness some... more info map
Sightseeing of Seattle 206-526-1444
This tour includes sights within the city and a journey into the islands and waterways of the Puget Sound (using the Washington State Ferries) - all in one deluxe tour. more info map
Skagit Tours Seattle City Light 206-684-3026
700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3300, Seattle, WA 98124
Skagit Tours voted "Best Secret Getaway by Northwest Backroads viewers poll." Take a historic cruise on Diablo Lake, perched among majestic glaciers, waterfalls, and... more info map
Spooked In Seattle Walking Tours 253-203-4383
1001 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98104
Stroll through the streets of Seattle as you explore the city’s haunted past. With real ghost hunters as your guides, hear true ghost stories and events that took... more info map
Steamer Virginia V Foundation, The 206-624-9119
860 Terry Avenue North, Suite 223, Seattle, WA 98109
A National Historic Landmark Vessel that is the last of the Puget Sound Mosquito Fleet. Available for private charter, weddings, parties & receptions, and corporate... more info map
Tillicum Village 206-933-8600
2992 Southwest Avalon Way, Seattle, WA 98126
Pier 55 on Seattle's Central Waterfront
Enjoy a four-hour tour to Blake Island, then dine while enjoying award-winning entertainment. The Indian-style baked Salmon feast is wonderful, and you do not want to... more info map
Totally Seattle Tours 206-755-4109
PO Box 30833, Seattle, WA 98113
Totally Seattle Tours are customized for groups and individuals. They offer a knowledgable, multi-lingual staff, tours of varying length, and your choice of pick-up &... more info
Victoria Clipper Vacations 206-448-5000
2701 Alaskan Way, Pier 69 , Seattle, WA 98121
Clipper Vacations offers travel for the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada. Since 1986, they have provided transportation, tours and accommodation packages. Visit... more info map
Waterways Cruises 206-223-2060
2501 North Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103
"Seattle’s most upscale cruise and event company," Waterways Cruises operates three luxurious vessels -Emerald Star, Olympic Star and Destiny. Waterways Cruises'... more info map

Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

Pike & Western Wine Shop 206-441-1307
1934 Pike Place, Seattle, WA 98101
From the beginning we have had a local focus, the wines of Washington and Oregon. But we also stock an extensive selection of European wines, many from people we have... more info map
Pyramid Breweries, Inc.
91 S. Royal Broughan Way, Seattle, WA 98134
At the brewery, choice reigns supreme. With over 15 beers on draft including our year round, seasonal and alehouse exclusive styles you'll find just the brew to match... more info map
Tasting Room - Wines of Washington, The 206-770-9463
1924 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98101
Located in Pike Place Market
The Tasting Room features some of the State's best artisan and hard-to-find wines. They currently feature the wines of Apex Cellars, Camaraderie Cellars, Harlequin Wine... more info map

Print - Attractions