places to go near seattle?

Answer 1

Here's the itinerary that I suggest to everyone that visits here!!

Pike Place Market:
http://www.pikeplacemarket.org
~ I would recommend parking in their garage when you first visit the city. It's accessible from both the waterfront & the Market, which makes it very convenient.
~ Pike's Market is a MUST-SEE. It's the oldest market in Seattle, has 3 or 4 levels of shops, restaurants, etc. Go on an empty stomach, because there are numerous food vendors and the food is delicious!!
~ Home to the very first Starbucks!

Pioneer Square/Underground Tour
http://www.pioneersquare.org/
http://www.undergroundtour.com/.........
~You can walk down 1st avenue to Pioneer Square from the Market or take the free bus that runs during the day.
~ Pioneer Square is where Seattle began! Lots of shops, restaurants, antiques.
~ Take the Underground Tour for sure! They take you under the city streets and teach you (in a very entertaining way) about the history of Seattle. It's at Doc Maynard's.

Ferry ride to Bremerton or Bainbridge:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/.........
~ Walk to ferry dock from Pioneer Square. Catch a ferry by foot, bring your camera...it's a beautiful view of the city. Once across, you have to step off for a few minutes, then you can ride back.

Seattle Waterfront:
http://www.cityofseattle.net/tour/water....
~ From the ferry dock, you can stroll along the waterfront back to the parking garage. Waterfront is mostly shops and restaurants. My favorite is the "Ye Olde Curiosity Shop", which is also a museum of sorts.
~Have seafood for dinner...Maybe check out The Fisherman's Restaurant that's in the Bay Pavillion.
~The Seattle Aquarium can also be nice during the winter, as it's mostly indoors.
http://www.seattleaquarium.org

Space Needle/Seattle Center:
http://www.spaceneedle.com
http://www.seattlecenter.com
~ Goes without saying that you have to see the Space Needle!! It's a Seattle landmark! You should check the calender on seattlecenter.com to see what else is going on there when you are there.


HAVE A GREAT TRIP!

Answer 2

Try the Pike Place Market.

Trin rides at Snoqualmie Falls.

The Ballard Locks

The Seattle Aquarium + Ye Old Curiosity Shop Hve Lunch at Ivars on Pier 54. The Woodlawn Park Zoo. Historical Boat Museum on Lake Union. The Arboritum. Possibly the Seattle Center.

Just to name a few.

Answer 3

Seattlecutiepie has it covered...but I was also thinking that you might want to take a trip up to Whidbey Island. Coupeville is a cute little town there with shops right on Coos Bay. It's where the movie "Practical Magic" was filmed. Also on Whidbey Island is Deception Pass State Park. It's a beautiful place to hike, enjoy the beach and walk across Deception Pass Bridge. We've seen all kinds of wildlife there before...eagles, seals, and even orca whales.

Have fun!

Answer 4

Depends, are you looking for an urban or suburban lifestyle? Good suburban areas: Eastside (Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond), but these areas lack nightlife, with the exception of limited nightlife in general. Questionable suburban areas: Renton area Urban areas: Like any other major city, Seattle has its share of problems, but good common sense can keep you out of trouble. Avoid living in the Aurora area, and parts of the "rainier valley" can be sketchy at night. The international district, though can be lively and colorful, contains homeless shelters and can likewise be sketchy. Many areas along the light rail line have been revitalized, and are thus much better places to live than in the past.

Answer 5

Get a ferry to the San Juan Islands very pretty, also a few hours on Bainbridge Island is quite enjoyable.

Answer 6

how about a day cruise over to Vancouver Island, San Juan Islands, or drive to Spokane or Leavenworth?

Answer 7

space needle, vashon island, cheesecake factory,