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1. Alki Point and Beach
West Seattle | Beach–SightIn summer, this is as close to California as Seattle gets—and some hardy residents even swim in the cold, salty waters of Puget Sound here ...Read More
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2. Chihuly Garden and Glass
Central District | Museum/GalleryJust steps from the base of the Space Needle, fans of Dale Chihuly's glass works will be delighted to trace the artist's early influences—neon...Read More
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3. Discovery Park
Magnolia | Park (National/State/Provincial)You won't find more spectacular views of Puget Sound, the Cascades, and the Olympics. Located on Magnolia Bluff, northwest of Downtown, Seattle...Read More
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4. G. Gibson Gallery
Pioneer Square | Museum/GalleryVintage and contemporary photography is on exhibit in this elegant corner space, including work by the likes of Michael Kenna, Walker Evans...Read More
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5. Gas Works Park
Wallingford | Park (National/State/Provincial)Far from being an eyesore, the hulking remains of an old 1907 gas plant actually lends quirky character to the otherwise open, hilly, 20-acre...Read More
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6. Greg Kucera Gallery
Pioneer Square | Museum/GalleryOne of the most important destinations on the First Thursday gallery walk, this gorgeous space is a top venue for national and regional artists...Read More
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7. Henry Art Gallery
University District | Museum/GalleryThis large gallery is perhaps the best reason to take a side trip to the U-District and consistently presents sophisticated and thought-provoking...Read More
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8. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Ballard | Nautical Site/LighthouseThere's no doubt—there's something intriguing and eerie about seeing two bodies of water, right next to each, at different levels. The Hiram...Read More
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9. Kerry Park
Queen Anne | Park/PlaygroundWhile in Seattle, if the mood strikes you to "pop the question" (any question will do, really), you'll find the answer at Kerry Park. Famous...Read More
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10. Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)
Central District | Museum/GalleryFormerly EMP, Seattle's most controversial architectural statement is the 140,000-square-foot complex designed by architect Frank Gehry, who...Read More
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11. Olympic Sculpture Park
Belltown | Public Art (Mural/Sculpture/Statue)An outdoor branch of the Seattle Art Museum is a favorite destination for picnics, strolls, and quiet contemplation. Nestled at the edge of...Read More
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12. Pacific Science Center
Central District | Museum/GalleryIf you have kids, this nonprofit science center in the heart of Seattle is a must-visit, home to more than 200 indoor and outdoor hands-on exhibits...Read More
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13. Pike Place Market
Downtown | Market/BazaarOne of the nation's largest and oldest public markets dates from 1907, when the city issued permits allowing farmers to sell produce from parked...Read More
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14. Seattle Aquarium
Downtown | Zoo/AquariumLocated right at the water's edge, the Seattle Aquarium is one of the nation's premier aquariums. Among its most engaging residents are the...Read More
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15. Seattle Art Museum
Downtown | Museum/GallerySculptor Jonathan Borofsky's several-stories-high “Hammering Man” greets visitors to SAM, as locals call this pride of the city’s art scene...Read More
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16. The Seattle Public Library
Downtown | Library/ArchiveThe hub of Seattle's 27-branch library system is a stunning jewel of a building that stands out against the concrete jungle of downtown. Designed...Read More
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17. Uwajimaya
International District | Store/Shop/MallThis huge, fascinating Japanese supermarket is a feast for the senses. A 30-foot-long red Chinese dragon stretches above colorful mounds of...Read More
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18. Washington Park Arboretum
Capitol Hill | Garden/ArboretumAs far as Seattle's green spaces go, this 230-acre arboretum is arguably the most beautiful. On calm weekdays, the place feels really secluded...Read More
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19. Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience
International District | Museum/GalleryThe only museum in the United States devoted to the Asian Pacific American experience provides a sophisticated and often somber look at how...Read More
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20. AXIS Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square | Museum/GallerySoaring 18-foot ceilings, classic brick arches, and antique wood floors make a dramatic backdrop for monthly rotating exhibits with a contemporary...Read More
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