Food Scene
Tasty and healthy food within walking distance. The place has a play corner to keep kids busy...
55 locals recommend
Chaco Canyon Organic Cafe
8404 Greenwood Ave NTasty and healthy food within walking distance. The place has a play corner to keep kids busy...
Buddha Ruksa
3520 SW Genesee StGood Thai food!
Traditional diner with plenty of nostalgic decorations and good food, great for brunch!
81 locals recommend
Luna Park Cafe
2918 SW Avalon WayTraditional diner with plenty of nostalgic decorations and good food, great for brunch!
Delicious custom pizza made in a wood-fired oven. You can eat there or take out.
104 locals recommend
MOD Pizza
6010 15th Ave NWDelicious custom pizza made in a wood-fired oven. You can eat there or take out.
Parks & Nature
Beautiful park on the water, amazing sunset views, nice trails and great for kids (playgrounds and a pond)
389 locals recommend
Lincoln Park
801 S 37th StBeautiful park on the water, amazing sunset views, nice trails and great for kids (playgrounds and a pond)
Seattle's famous beach! There's a long trail all along the water, great for biking, walking, running and people-watching... Several restaurants available, too
865 locals recommend
Alki Beach
Seattle's famous beach! There's a long trail all along the water, great for biking, walking, running and people-watching... Several restaurants available, too
This park used to be a gas plant many decades ago and some of the huge rusty equipment is still around, making for some surreal views. Fantastic views of Lake Union (teeming with boats and sea planes in summer) and the Seattle skyline.
860 locals recommend
Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake WayThis park used to be a gas plant many decades ago and some of the huge rusty equipment is still around, making for some surreal views. Fantastic views of Lake Union (teeming with boats and sea planes in summer) and the Seattle skyline.
Relatively short hike (~1hr) starting from a lake and ending at a ledge with stunning views. Excellent "return on investment" :-)
(Check out wta.org to find plenty of other hikes in the area!)
73 locals recommend
Rattlesnake Lake
Relatively short hike (~1hr) starting from a lake and ending at a ledge with stunning views. Excellent "return on investment" :-)
(Check out wta.org to find plenty of other hikes in the area!)
Relatively short hike (~1hr) to a small peak with nice views.
(Check out wta.org to find plenty of other hikes in the area!)
34 locals recommend
Little Si Trailhead
44030 SE Mt Si RdRelatively short hike (~1hr) to a small peak with nice views.
(Check out wta.org to find plenty of other hikes in the area!)
This 7-mile roundtrip hike is conveniently close to Seattle and a rewarding experience. At the top you'll often be able to watch paragliders take off.
(Check out wta.org to find plenty of other hikes in the area!)
91 locals recommend
Poo Poo Point Trailhead
11400 Issaquah-Hobart Road SoutheastThis 7-mile roundtrip hike is conveniently close to Seattle and a rewarding experience. At the top you'll often be able to watch paragliders take off.
(Check out wta.org to find plenty of other hikes in the area!)
Essentials
Trader Joe's
4545 Fauntleroy Way SWGrocery store within walking distance
QFC
2500 SW Barton StGrocery store and pharmacy
Sightseeing
Learn about a unique part of Seattle's history on this entertaining tour below ground in the historic Pioneer Square area
285 locals recommend
Bill Speidel's Underground Tour
614 1st AveLearn about a unique part of Seattle's history on this entertaining tour below ground in the historic Pioneer Square area
Seattle (aka "Jet City"), the home of Boeing Company, is famous for its aviation history. This museum has gems like the first ever 747 Jumbo Jet, President Kennedy's Air Force One, the Blackbird spy plane, a Concorde supersonic passenger jet, a Space Shuttle mock-up, numerous WWII fighers and much more.
433 locals recommend
The Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way SSeattle (aka "Jet City"), the home of Boeing Company, is famous for its aviation history. This museum has gems like the first ever 747 Jumbo Jet, President Kennedy's Air Force One, the Blackbird spy plane, a Concorde supersonic passenger jet, a Space Shuttle mock-up, numerous WWII fighers and much more.
Lots of tourists here and lots to do: Space Needle, Chihuly Garden & Glass, Museum of Pop Culture, Science Center, Children's Museum, Gates Foundation, Duck Tours and all sorts of events...
362 locals recommend
Seattle Center
305 Harrison StLots of tourists here and lots to do: Space Needle, Chihuly Garden & Glass, Museum of Pop Culture, Science Center, Children's Museum, Gates Foundation, Duck Tours and all sorts of events...
The Klondike Gold Rush played a major role in turning Seattle into a hub of trade and outdoor gear. This small museum is free of charge and worth a visit.
53 locals recommend
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
319 2nd Ave SThe Klondike Gold Rush played a major role in turning Seattle into a hub of trade and outdoor gear. This small museum is free of charge and worth a visit.
Want to see how the planes you fly in are made? Interesting tour of the massive Boeing factory in Everett makes for a great (half-)day trip. Reserve tickets online and be aware of minimum age for kids.
137 locals recommend
Boeing Future of Flight Museum
8415 Paine Field BlvdWant to see how the planes you fly in are made? Interesting tour of the massive Boeing factory in Everett makes for a great (half-)day trip. Reserve tickets online and be aware of minimum age for kids.
Drinks & Nightlife
Lots of bars and restaurants in this eclectic neighborhood. Parking is a challenge, so take a Lyft/Uber to avoid the hassle...
343 locals recommend
Capitol Hill
Lots of bars and restaurants in this eclectic neighborhood. Parking is a challenge, so take a Lyft/Uber to avoid the hassle...
Georgetown
Good selection of bars and restaurants in this area
Lots of local restaurants and shops within walking distance... Farmer's Market on weekends (check dates & times online).
California Avenue Southwest
California Avenue SouthwestLots of local restaurants and shops within walking distance... Farmer's Market on weekends (check dates & times online).