Seattle and Vicinity

Seattle - Arena and Stadiums : Downtown Seattle features three multi-purpose sports and entertainment venues, which include Climate Pledge Arena, an indoor arena, home to the Seattle Kraken; Lumen Field, a stadium with a partial roof, home to the Seattle Seahawks and the Seattle Sounders FC; and T-Mobile Park, a stadium with a retractable roof, home to the Seattle Mainers.

Seattle - Dining : With a high concentration of restaurants per capita, Seattle is toward the top of the list with its bold and diverse culinary scene. Fresh local seafood includes Dungeness crab, Geoduck, halibut, salmon, oysters and more. While many locally owned establishments contribute to Seattle’s culinary identity, one of the most recognizable throughout the city is Dick’s Drive-In – a Seattle staple founded in 1954 that serves up delicious American classics including beef burgers, fresh fries made from local potatoes, and hand dipped milkshakes.

Seattle - Pike Place Market : Seattle's original farmers market, considered “the soul of Seattle”, is the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the country. As one of the most frequented spots in the city, you can experience the famed fish throwing tradition at Pike Place Fish Market, and shop for artisan goods and specialty foods. Beneath Pike Place Market on Post Alley near Pike Street, there’s a hidden work of art dubbed The Gum Wall – a colorful and intriguing representation of Seattle's character.

Seattle - The Seattle Center : Much of the Seattle Center was constructed for the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair, including the iconic 605-foot-tall Space Needle, the five distinct 110-foot-tall white arches at the Pacific Science Center, the International Fountain that features water displays synchronized to music for portions of the day, the Seattle Center Monorail that runs along 5th Avenue between the Seattle Center and Westlake Center, and the Washington State Coliseum, which is now known as Climate Pledge Arena. Directly next to the Space Needle is Chihuly Garden and Glass, an immersive indoor and outdoor art experience showcasing the studio glass of Dale Chihuly. Situated nearby is the Pacific Science Center, a science museum featuring interactive exhibits, a Planetarium, Laser Dome, Tropical Butterfly House, IMAX theaters and more; and the visually striking Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP), featuring a blend of art, film, music, gaming and more – the unique, colorful metal exterior won’t go unnoticed.

Seattle - The Seattle Waterfront : Connected to Pike Place Market on the northern end of the waterfront, Overlook Walk is a new elevated park and pathway that grants access to a collection of lively piers offering fresh seafood restaurants, souvenir shops, the Seattle Aquarium on Pier 59, and the 175-foot tall Seattle Great Wheel on Pier 57 – deemed the largest observation wheel on the West Coast. On the southern end, you can relax at Pioneer Square Habitat Beach, a new 200-foot-long urban beach within a 20-acre public park. Less than 1 mile from the waterfront, within the same historic district of Pioneer Square, you can tour Seattle Underground, featuring subterranean sidewalks and storefronts entombed when the city rebuilt on top of itself after the Great Fire of 1889.

Bellevue - Shopping and Dining : From locally owned to high-end designer boutiques, casual bites to elevated fine dining and craft cocktails, Bellevue offers countless shopping and dining experiences spread throughout The Avenue, The Bellevue Collection, Crossroads Bellevue, The Shops at The Braven, and Old Bellevue.

Kenmore - Parks and Trails : Kenmore has a total of eight parks, including Jack Crawford Skate Court, Linwood Park, Log Boom Park, Moorlands Park, Northshore Summit Park, Rhododendron Park, ƛ̕ax̌ʷadis (Tl' awh-ah-dees) Park, and Wallace Swamp Creek Park. Throughout these parks you’ll find an array of amenities, including waterfront access, walking paths, playgrounds, and a basketball court and a skatepark. Plus, Kenmore is part of the Burke-Gilman Trail and Saint Edward State Park.

Kirkland - Waterfront Parks : Kirkland offers several waterfront parks on Lake Washington, including Doris Cooper Houghton Beach Park, Heritage Park, Juanita Beach Park, Kiwanis Park, Lake Avenue West Street End Park, Marina Park, Marsh Park, O.O. Denny Park, Settler’s Landing, and Waverly Beach Park. Throughout these parks you’ll find grassy lawns, sandy beaches, hiking trails, meandering paths, sports courts and a wide range of water activities, including boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming. Plus, Kirkland is part of Saint Edward State Park.

Snoqualmie - Hikes and Trails : With access to hundreds of hiking trails near Snoqualmie and throughout Snoqualmie Pass – plus 35 miles of public trails within the city itself, Snoqualmie is a gateway to the outdoors. Admire Snoqualmie Falls – a 268-foot-tall waterfall that cascades over granite cliffs – from the comfort of the upper observation deck, or take a moderately challenging hike through the forest to the base of the waterfall. Nearby hiking trails include Mailbox Peak, Mount Si and Little Si. In addition, some popular hiking trails within 35 miles include: Annette Lake Trail, Franklin Falls Trail, Granite Mountain Trail, Gold Creek Pond Loop, Kendall Katwalk Trail, Snow Lake Trail, and Talapus and Olallie Lakes via Talapus Lake Trail.

Woodinville - Wineries : Woodinville wine country is home to more than 130 wineries and tasting rooms, including several of the state’s most notable. Woodinville is divided into four distinct winemaking districts: the Downtown District in the heart of Woodinville; the Hollywood District, offering traditional wine tasting experiences, home to the famous Chateau Ste. Michelle; the Warehouse District, offering boutique wineries and production facilities just steps from each other; and the West Valley District, a relatively new area with a relaxed atmosphere.