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If you are planning a trip to Seattle, there are plenty of things to do and see in this major American city. Seattle, which is in Washington State, is the largest city in the Pacific Northwest, right on Puget Sound and on Lake Washington. If you are planning a trip here, consider the things you can do here.
Top Things to Do
The heart of Seattle is a major downtown region, ideal for business travelers. The Pioneer Square International District offers older neighborhoods, art galleries and restaurants. For specific things to do, you should visit SeattleWTo.org.
- Take a sightseeing cruise into the harbor or on one of the local lakes.
- Consider a tour of one of the museums here, including the famed Seattle Art Museum. Another good choice is the Science Fiction Museum or the Pacific Science Center.
- Consider a trip to the Woodland Park Zoo, a large and prominent zoo in the area. You can also visit Discovery Park, Gasworks Park or the Golden Gardens Park.
- You can take a mountain bike tour of the backcountry. There are numerous hiking trails in the area, too.
- Check out any of the city’s major sports teams, including the Seattle Mariners, Seahawks and Sounders FC. Other options include the Thunderbirds and the Storm.
The city has something for everyone, no matter what you are considering. In addition to this, you will find numerous restaurants, shopping centers and activity centers throughout the city. Hotels and meeting facilities are widely available as well. There is plenty to see and do, throughout the year, no matter what you are hoping to do when you arrive here. Explore your options.
