Sky View Observatory — Columbia Center

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Sky View Observatory — Columbia Center

The Sky View Observatory has been the tallest building in Seattle and Washington state since 1985. At 932 feet tall, it is twice the height of the Seattle space needle tower, which you can even spot it from a distance. You can be certain this skyscraper is going to offer you sweeping city and mountain views, plus a cafe with bistro food, beer and wine.

Do & See

A Seattle Double Decker Tour is an easy way to see the best sites of Seattle. Hop on or off at any attraction, or ride the entire loop for a complete tour. A lake cruise will give a uniquely different view of the city and its waters. Some lake tours offer dining options to enjoy while you take in spectacular waterfront views. Or, you can enjoy Seattle from both land and water on a one-of-a-kind Duck Tour aboard a WWII amphibious landing craft. Whichever you choose, a tour is a perfect, family-friendly way to explore the many sights, sounds and attractions of Seattle. In addition to the Space Needle, Seattle's most recognizable landmark, visitors should be sure to include a visit to the world-renowned Seattle Art Museum (called SAM by locals). Popular outdoor activities include whale-watching tours, winery visits and the 270-foot waterfall at Snoqualmie Falls is a shutterbug's delight. Top off any day in Seattle with a wide choice of museums, live music venues and neighborhood coffee shops.

Space Needle

Built for the 1962 World's Fair, the Space Needle is 605 feet high with an observation deck at 520 feet and the rotating SkyCity restaurant at 500 feet. From the top of the Needle one can see not only the Downtown Seattle skyline, but also the Olympic and Cascade Mountains, Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, …

Pike Place Market Food Tour

Pike Place Market Food Tour

Experience a variety flavors, smells and sounds at one of Seattle's most famous (and beloved) landmarks — Pike Place Market. Browse the 150 stalls of fresh seafood, fruits, vegetables, flowers, and local art. Then enjoy tastings from fresh produce and smoked salmon to local pastries and much …

Seattle Aquarium

Seattle Aquarium

The Seattle Aquarium is the ninth largest aquarium in the U.S. by attendance and the region’s premier resource for hands-on marine experiences and conservation education. The Seattle Aquarium offers fun, exciting ways to discover more about the amazing Puget Sound and our world's one big …

Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour

Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour

Choose from a variety of tours, many with dining options, from Elliot Bay and Seattle Harbor. The tours provide wonderful views of the Seattle skyline, waterfront and the Olympic and Cascade …

Pacific Science Center

Pacific Science Center

Washington's leading institution for fun and engaged learning allures curiosity in people of all ages and inspire creative thinking with its award-winning, interactive programs and exhibits. Spend some hours here and explore the IMAX® movie theater, Laser Dome, planetarium shows, live science shows and the tropical butterfly …

Pike Place Market

Pike Place Market

Open since 1907, Pike Place Market is one of the oldest continually operated public farmers' markets in the United States. Overlooking the Elliott Bay waterfront in Seattle, the Market is a place of business for many small farmers, craftspeople, and merchants. Pay attention to the "Caution Low Flying Fish" sign as you approach the …

Woodland Park Zoo

Woodland Park Zoo

Seattle's 92-acre, award-winning zoo exhibits nearly 1,100 animals representing almost 300 different animal species – from tiny insects to the largest land mammal on the planet, the African elephant. Beside hosting beautiful animals, the Woodland Park Zoo provides shops and some dining …

Museum of Flight

Museum of Flight

Enjoy an all-encompassing aviation experience displaying a massive collection of flying machines from the first primitive gliders to today’s most modern aircraft. The tour includes a stop at the “Red Barn" which was the original manufacturing facility for …

Seattle Art Museum

Seattle Art Museum

SAM (as it's called by locals) is an internationally renowned museum with three distinct venues including the Seattle Asian Art Museum and the Olympic Sculpture Park. You can easily wander around for hours and explore the art from different time periods and …

EMP Museum

Explore some of the most significant moments in rock music, science fiction and popular culture. With its roots in rock 'n' roll, Experience Music Project, commonly known as EMP, serves as a gateway museum, reaching multi generational audiences through their collections, exhibitions and educational …

Chihuly Garden & Glass

Chihuly Garden & Glass

Chihuly Garden and Glass provides a look at the inspiration and influences that formed the career of artist Dale Chihuly. Located at Seattle Center, Chihuly Garden and Glass includes an Exhibition Hall with eight galleries, the centerpiece Glasshouse and a lush Garden. The Glasshouse presents a suspended 1,400-piece, 100-foot-long sculpture; and the Garden is …

Mount St. Helens

Mount St. Helens

South of Seattle lies the beautiful Mount Saint Helens, a national forest that houses a sleeping volcano. In close cooperation with the visitor center you can buy the necessary passes and permits to go camping and hiking. Additionally, they also pride themselves as a small museum with quite interesting exhibits. Leave the urban world …

Reptile Zoo

If you don't get squeamish from creatures with more than 8 eyes then visiting the Reptile Zoo might be a great idea. With it's location outside of the city, north east of Seattle, it might be quite a drive, but definitely worth it. The Reptile Zoo has everything ranging from snakes to turtles to …

K1 Speed

The wind through your hair, becoming teary eyed from the sheer speed, this is what will happen as you enjoy the 4 wheeled beasts on the tracks. Race around using 20-horsepower electric karts in an indoor environment. This is what K1 Speed offers, and they do it well. They offer a special 'Arrive and …

Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle's Restaurant

Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle's Restaurant

Get ready for a day of fun! The Family Fun Center in Tukwila makes sure that you will have an awesome day filled with high-energy activities. From batting cages, to bowling, bumper cars and laser tag, they have it all. There are fun things to do for people of all ages, so be sure …

Olympic Sculpture Park

Olympic Sculpture Park

A beautiful and iconic park of Seattle is located on Western Avenue and features an amazing combination of both art and nature. It is interesting to mention that the admission is free, and allows you to observe all art on your own leisure. Some of these interesting art pieces include 'Neukom Vivarium' which …

Waterfall Garden

Waterfall Garden

For many people in Seattle the need to escape the urban jungle arises, and so they go pay a visit during lunchtime to the Waterfall Garden. With many tables and little eateries close by you can enjoy a good book or just sit back and relax with some coffee. Don't expect to make any …

Bear Creek Country Club

Bear Creek Country Club

The bright green pastures shine bright at the Bear Creek Country Club. If you're a golfer, then this is heaven for you. Spanning a total of 7,026 yards of green enjoyment, and only 15 minutes from downtown Seattle, playing golf here is a great way to spend your time. Several prestigious events also took …

T-Mobile Park

When visiting Seattle it is of paramount importance to attend one of America's most famous sports; Baseball. The Seattle Mariners play games every year, and if you just so happen to be in the right season then don't miss out on this great opportunity. Feel the cheering of the crowd, the tension of the …

Sky View Observatory — Columbia Center

Sky View Observatory — Columbia Center

The Sky View Observatory has been the tallest building in Seattle and Washington state since 1985. At 932 feet tall, it is twice the height of the Seattle space needle tower, which you can even spot it from a distance. You can be certain this skyscraper is going to offer you sweeping city and …

Brandon Lee & Bruce Lee's Grave Site

Brandon Lee & Bruce Lee's Grave Site

Visit the last resting place of the legendary Bruce Lee and his son. With his gravestone well maintained and where flowers are placed upon a daily it's a sight to behold. If a famous gravestone tour is one of your goals in Seattle, make sure to also visit Jimi Hendrix's grave in Greenwood Cemetery …

Gas Works Park

These rusty towers once converted coal and crude oil into gas. After running for half a century and being shut down in 1956, the plant is now the center of a green park on the coast of Seattle and nature is slowly regaining its territories by covering parts of the structure with layers of …

Kubota Garden

Fujitaro Kubota left his home country, Japan, in 1907 and once he got homesick, he purchased a small piece of land in Seattle and started building a Japanese garden of his very own. Over the years, the garden grew to a green space with bridges, Japanese trees, plants and water features. Today, the people …