Seattle is an exciting place to visit - not only can you visit the first Starbucks, but you can easily taste the local produce and hop on a ferry all in the same day!
Food
- Pike Place Chowder - If you like chowder, you have to check this spot out - it's known throughout the US!
- Frank's Oyster House - Seattle is known for oysters, and Frank's has the best in the Seattle area.
- Piroshky Piroshky - Famous for pastries, this Russian bakery offers sweet and savory so everyone can find something to love. I recommend the apple cinnamon roll - amazing!
- Toshi's Grill - If you're looking for original Japanese food, this is your spot.
- Phở Bắc Sup Shop - The best Vietnamese food in the area and they have a few locations you can visit.
Art
- Seattle Art Museum - A great place to visit to see current & classic artwork.
- Museum of Glass - I highly recommend this museum - they have several amazing pieces of art, and you watch glass blowing live.
- Washington Park Arboretum - Enjoy a group tour or walk around yourself; you'll be shocked by what you see in the 230 acres of gardens.
Outdoors
- Discovery Park - This park is a great spot to see whales and hunt for oyster shells; it's also free to visit, so bring the family and enjoy a picnic by the water.
- Alki Park Lighthouse - This beach was the original landing point for the settlers who established Seattle, and the lighthouse is up and working - be sure to get a tour of it!
- Deception Pass - Deception Pass has several beautiful coves, rugged cliffs, and a jaw-dropping high bridge you must drive over - and during the summer, they often have concerts! Check out their upcoming events here.
- San Juan Island - If you love the outdoors, add this to the top of your list; you'll be sure to see several pods of orcas feeding on local salmon.
- Check out my top 10 hikes in Washington here!
Playing Tourist
- Pike Place Market - The famous fish-throwing market, seafood vendors, the best produce & other local shops.
- Biscuit Bitch - Southern-inspired food with amazing homemade biscuits and some of the best espresso.
- Old Stove Brewing - A favorite brewery in Seattle with craft beers brewed on-site.
- The Gum Wall - Iconic brick wall covered with chewed-up gum in an alley under Pike Place Market - gross but great for pictures!
- Simply Seattle - If you're looking for some Seattle swag or souvenirs, check out this local shop.
Local Favorites
- Taqueria Cantina - This cute modern spot has delicious tacos and cocktails you'll want to try.
- Olmstead - I love this hip space with specialty cocktails and comfort food classics with a cool atmosphere.
- Taku - Yummy fried chicken burgers and nuggets, you can't go wrong here.
- Dick's Drive-In - Part of an old-school local chain of fast-food spots offering burgers, fries, and hand-dipped shakes.
- Central Pizza - Pizzeria with a cool vibe offering pies, calzones, pasta, and sandwiches, or just stop by to sit at the bar.
Laura
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