Nick and Lizzy's

Open House

Don Lucho’s

Rehearsal Dinner

Project 9 Brewing Company

Welcome Drinks

Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Our Story

Pictures

Air Travel

You'll probably be flying through SeaTac. On your way out of town be aware security is SLOW. Plan to arrive a full two hours early (don't believe us? <a href="https:" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">see here</a>). If you don't have TSA PreCheck, we highly recommend using SeaTac's free TSA reservation service <a href="https:" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SpotSaver</a>. This will let you sign up for a security appointment time, go to a designated area, and skip the line. You can sign up 5 days before your flight (and we've signed up as late as on the light rail to the airport). We always use SpotSaver.

Hotel Blocks

Follow the link to the block booking page! Right next to the Northgate Link Light Rail Station. Two stops on the light rail to U District Station. Block rate closes July 8, 2024.

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Seattle/Northgate

Follow the link to the block booking page! 10 minute walk to the Northgate Link Light Rail Station. Two stops on the light rail to U District Station. Block rate closes July 2, 2024.

Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Northgate

Other Accommodations

Airbnb and Vrbo are both good options as well. If you're looking for a less expensive hotel in Seattle, and notice that prices are quite a bit cheaper along Aurora Avenue (AKA Highway 99) north of N 70th Street, there's a reason for that and we would recommend against staying there unless you're used to navigating the less desirable areas of cities. The same goes for hotels in Pioneer Square.

Getting around Seattle

While you can rent a car, driving in Seattle is tricky. Not only are side roads very narrow (where out of towners might see a one-way street, Seattleites see a fully functional two way street complete with a bike lane), but also the intersections can be wild (see Peter Gorman's artistic rendering of some of Seattle's classic intersections).

To avoid driving in Seattle, we highly recommend taking advantage of Seattle's public transit options.   The Link light rail goes straight from the airport to downtown Seattle/the venue/the hotel blocks (unless otherwise noted). Tickets can be purchased at all light rail stations. If you buy an Orca card, light rail rides are tap on/tap off.   The bus system is also extensive, although the bus schedule is more of a suggestion. If you're using buses, you can pay with cash on board, buy an Orca card at light rail stations, or download the <a href="https:" />Transit GO Ticket app</a> any pay with your phone.   Google Maps will provide comprehensive instructions for public transit trips. Lizzy also recommends using <a href="https:" />OneBusAway</a> to check if buses are running early or late, but Nick just uses Google Maps.

Travel to Venue

The Burke Museum is located on the northwest corner of UW's Seattle campus. Take the University District light rail stop, and it's a straight shot 0.1 mile walk to the venue.

There is a paid parking lot next to the museum (N1) with ample spaces available on a first-come-first-served basis. There's also some free street parking north of NE 45th on side streets, but be aware that area includes Greek Row.   We are happy to pay for parking for any guests for whom public transit would be tricky due to disabilities or are over 65 (there will be an option in RSVP), but we want to strongly encourage public transit for those who are able.

Travel

Wedding Party

Nordstrom has a really nice summary of what cocktail attire is (and isn't) found <a href="https://www.nordstrom.com/browse/content/blog/what-is-cocktail-attire" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

Q + A

Activities

Classic Tourist Seattle

<a href="https://www.pikeplacemarket.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pike Place Market</a>Take a <a href="https://www.wsdot.com/ferries/schedule/scheduledetail.aspx?departingterm=7&amp;arrivingterm=3&amp;roundtrip=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ferry</a> to <a href="https://www.visitbainbridgeisland.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bainbridge Island</a><a href="https://www.seattleartmuseum.org/Exhibitions/Details?EventId=85115&amp;gad=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw9-6oBhBaEiwAHv1QvEpGx0EGVmZB6L5T7WQrouFfBtM6GINQ4-ttk7knCcadtA8HXHjC6hoCrNwQAvD_BwE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Seattle Art Museum</a><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/parks/allparks/gas-works-park" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gasworks Park</a><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fremont_Troll" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fremont Troll</a><a href="https://www.chihulygardenandglass.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum</a><a href="https://www.mopop.org/?awtc=true&amp;CID=9204862691&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;device=c&amp;utm_term=seattle%20pop%20culture%20museum&amp;matchtype=e&amp;utm_campaign=9204862691&amp;utm_adgroup=92016727343&amp;utm_content=511867513843&amp;utm_geo_interest=9033313&amp;utm_geo=9051901&amp;gad=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw9-6oBhBaEiwAHv1QvBdfFww3edLlrw3vSF7r2qmq75HKEXCpFv26-30EEJJLe9FMWVBn4BoCOJ0QAvD_BwE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Museum of Pop Culture</a> (formerly Experience Music Project)

Parks and Outdoors

<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/fT5GowW5m4ykEFBd9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Discovery Park</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/J1tdEvxnTdmjnsyC7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Carkeek Park</a> (this is where Lizzy gave Nick his ring!)<a href="https://www.volunteerparkconservatory.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Volunteer Park Conservatory</a>Hiking - check out <a href="https://www.wta.org/my-backpack?gclid=CjwKCAjw9-6oBhBaEiwAHv1QvESRFYgjV0czd-G7jMJXrgcV662_tGViTcoCOYv0opPFcNMWol4QihoCDVAQAvD_BwE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WTA</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ms9YADuHSRQrc8GW9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington Park Arboretum</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/FYGaM1HB5pUYsvW89" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Golden Gardens Park</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pe1s1tgog9CVrGsb7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Magnuson Park</a>

Restaurants

Seattle has tons of great food options, here are some of our favorites (click on the names to be sent to their websites).   <a href="https:" />Cafe Turko</a> (Fremont) -Turkish food, very cute ambiance   <a href="https:" />Din Tai Fung</a> (U district & Downtown) -Fancier dim sum, international chain   <a href="https:" />Dough Zone </a>(International District & U District & Belltown) -Dim sum, local chain, allergen menus   <a href="https:" />Cafe Flora</a> (Capitol Hill) -Vegetarian   <a href="https:" />Plum Bistro</a> (Capitol Hill) -Vegan   <a href="https:" />Momiji</a> (Capitol Hill & South Lake Union) -Sushi, but has really good vegetarian rolls   <a href="https:" />Dick's Drive-In</a> (all over) -Old fashioned burger joint, local chain   <a href="https:" />Red Star Taco Bar</a> (Fremont) -21+ only   <a href="http:" />Bánh Town</a> (Greenwood) -Vietnamese   <a href="http:" />Samurai Noodle</a> (U District) -Ramen Osteria la Spiga (Capital Hill) -Northern Italian Brunello Ristorante Italiano (Roosevelt) -East Coast Style Italian American

Things to Do

Registry

Friday July 26, 2024

2 - 4 PMOut of town guests, family, and wedding party, drop by our house, get a garden tour, check out our aquariums, and meet Buffy!

Nick and Lizzy's1017 NE 89th StSeattle, WA 98115

7 PM - 10 PM   Out of town guests and wedding party, please stop by to say hi on Friday night!

Project 9 Brewing  1409 NE 80th St

Saturday July 27, 2024

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

4:30 - 10:30 PMPlease arrive by 4:45 PM to ensure you have time to be seated before the wedding starts. Attire is cocktail.

Afterwards

The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture4303 Memorial Way Northeast, Seattle, WA 98195

We will likely make our way to our favorite pub for a nightcap after the reception. All 21+ are welcome to join us!

Big Time Brewery &amp; Alehouse4133 University Way NESeattle, WA 98105

Lizzy & Nick