Landmarks:

The Space Needle - Great views of the city. Ticket prices vary depending on the time of day and demand.

Pike Place Market - explore the many vendors in the market, see the first Starbucks, check our the water views, grab some street food, or book a reservation at the famous Matt's in the Market.

University of Washington campus - Natalie's alma mater. Check out The Quad, Drumheller Fountain, and Suzallo Library.

Columbia Tower- more budget-friendly than the Space Needle, the tallest building in Seattle with panoramic views.

Lake Washington & Lake Union - I recommend swimming in Lake Washington at Madison Beach Park or Magnuson Park, and walking around Lake Union by the South Lake Union Park.

The Fremont Troll- Statue that sits under the Fremont Bridge.

The Amazon Spheres

Parks:

Kerry Park - small park in Queen Anne with views of the skyline and space needle.

Gasworks Park - Another great view of the skyline with Lake Union in the foreground. One of our favorites. Great spot for a picnic.

Discovery Park - a huge park that feels like you're not in the city! Views of the Puget Sound, and walk along the beach to the lighthouse!

Green Lake Loop - beautiful 2.8-mile loop around the lake with lots of people and dogs. Great spots nearby such as Retreat Cafe, Wooden City Tavern, Rositas, and more.

Golden Gardens - beach with a view of the sound near Ballard.

Our Fave Neighborhoods to check out:

Ballard, Fremont, South Lake Union, Capitol Hill, Green Lake.

Activities & More:

Fremont Sunday Market - explore the local vendor market and shops in the surrounding area. Walk on the water path below the market. Grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks or restaurants in the area.

Ballard- walk down Ballard ave and explore the many boutiques. Grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants such as Bar Sabine, Moshi Moshi, and Matador. Then stop by the Ballard locks and check out the fish ladder.

Seattle Art Museum

Seattle Aquarium

Rent a Hot Tub Boat or Donut Boat on Lake Union

Flatstick Pub - mini golf and drinks.

Drag Queen Brunch at Dreamland in Fremont

Attend a sporting event

Ride the ferris wheel downtown

Hikes:

Mt. Ranier - need reservation.

Lake 22

Snoqualmie Falls

Poo Poo Point

Rattlesnake Ridge

Day Trips:

Bainbridge Island, WA

Whidbey Island, WA

Deception Pass, WA

Leavenworth, WA

Vancouver, Canada

Portland, OR

Our Favorite Restaurants:

Ray's Cafe- seafood and sea view in Ballard!

Grappa - Italian with a Mediterranean flare in Queen Anne.

Duke's- seafood, and a view of South Lake Union at the SLU location.

Terra Plata - shareable dishes in Capitol Hill.

Matt's in the Market- in Pike's Market, great for lunch or dinner!

The Pink Door- famous Italian restaurant in Pike's Market known for having performers while you eat. Reservations are coveted so make one a month in advance.

Tacos Chuki's- quick steet tacos & more.

Agua Verde - Mexican food on the water in U District.

Other Coast Cafe - quick and delish sandwiches togo in Ballard.

Magnuson Brewery - local beers, picnic tables, and a water view! Get the fish tacos, burger, or kale salad with chicken.

Fremont Brewery- Grab food from a nearby restaurant and eat it here.

Gasworks Brewery- Located right on Lake Union, this is a great spot for views of the lake and a refreshing beer. They have a small menu of bites to eat!

For more restaurant recommendations based on neighborhood or type of food check out The Infatuation (I trust them with my life😉).

Registry

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