UNFORGETTABLE HOLIDAYS IN SEATTLE!
Seattle is the effortlessly cool kid of Western cities! It’s known for coffee, evergreen trees, and its laid-back music scene. This leafy city is full of marvels; it has several parks and tidal beaches, it has quirky modernist architecture, the live music venues are trendy and dripping with famous bands eager to play there, and the food and drink scene is second to none!
The most recognisable thing about Seattle, of course, is the Sky Needle, a towering peak jutting out above the skyline. It was built for the World Fair in 1962, and a 43-second elevator ride to the observation level allows views across the city and its bay. On a clear day, you can even see the volcano Mount Rainier to the north!
Linking the centre to Downtown Seattle is the Seattle Centre Monorail. It traverses a 1-mile route high above the streets, weaving between skyscrapers as it goes. It was built alongside the Sky Needle and is a really quirky way to travel in this modern city.
The Seattle Centre is a haven for music and theatre lovers. The arts and entertainment centre are the best place to catch big gigs, shows, and live theatre in the city. If you’re looking for that laid back live music vibe, then check out popular live music venues such as The Showbox, The Crocodile, and The Triple Door, where some prominent musicians still vie for stage space.
Seattle also has a large number of green spaces, earning it the name ‘The Emerald City’. Head to Kerry Park for quintessential views over the Seattle skyline. Watch ferries in Elliott Bay, take in the impressive skyscrapers, and stay until sunset for unparalleled views of this truly beautiful city!
Seattle has so much to offer - try these things, too:
- Pacific Science Centre is an interactive space for all ages. Budding space explorers will love the large planetarium, whereas nature lovers can enjoy colourful creatures galore in the Tropical Butterfly House. There are lots of activities to try, exhibitions to see, or join in with some virtual reality-based science!
- If you have enjoyed seeing Seattle from the Space Needle, why not set your imagination soaring by booking a Kenmore Air Seattle Seaplane tour? This is a fantastic way to view stunning Seattle. Take a night-time tour to see the bright lights of this bustling city.
- Kids and adults will love Discovery Park, Seattle’s waterside forest. With tidal beaches, sea cliffs, and play areas and ziplines, it’s an outdoor adventure afternoon suitable for your whole family.
- Sports fans will want to visit Lumen field to watch the Seattle Seahawks play. American football is quite different to our rules, so grab a hot dog and take in a game in this fantastic stadium!
- Speaking of hot dogs, Seattle is known for the Seattle dog, a hoagie sausage topped off with cream cheese and sauteed onions. You’ll find street vendors selling these from carts all around the city. They were incredibly popular during the grunge music scene of the 90s and are favoured by sports enthusiasts as a great mid-game snack.
This cool, coastal city offers a really good, authentic cultural experience. Unlike many US cities, Seattle has its own identity, with unique architecture, small independent shops and bars, and is a friendly, entrepreneurial base.
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Original Starbucks at Pike’s Place Market!
If you’re a fan of a great cup of Joes then Seattle is the place to be! A trip to Pike’s Place Market is a delight in itself - identifiable by the large, iconic ‘Public Market’ neon sign, it’s home to over 225 local artisans selling the best regional cuisine. This is also the home of the Original Starbucks, the first of this international chain’s stores, established in 1971. Seattle is also home to the Starbucks Seattle Roastery at Capitol Hill, just 9 blocks from the store, where you can tour the facilities of this famous coffee company and take in the sensory experience of an ever-changing collection of coffee.
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