We watched both roar to life and take off from the museum while we were there. You can book bi-plane rides outside the museum, or (if you've really got the money), sign up to ride in a B-17 or B-24 bomber. It not only includes planes of all shapes and sizes, but also interactive features and tons of history to read about. Give yourself ample time to explore the museum. There's one gigantic warehouse space filled with all manner of aircraft, a mock control tower, a space exhibit, rooms dedicated to WWI and WWII, and even commercial jets and an old Air Force One plane outside that you can walk through. The museum covers all aspects of flight history, from the very first airplanes to space travel. If you're an aviation buff, a trip to the Museum of Flight should fit into your Seattle itinerary. This park offers up the best downtown views – and on clear days, you can even see Mount Rainier!
Seattle is often referred to as “The Emerald City” – and no, it's not because you can get there by yellow brick road. You can view interactive exhibits, replicas of everything from clothing to dog sleds, and old photographs and newspapers, and listen to the story of the 1897-98 stampede to the Yukon gold fields and Seattle’s role in it all. The museum is free, and is really well-laid-out and informative. While in the Pioneer Square district, you can also stop into the Klondike Gold Rush Museum (technically a park, part of the National Park Service) and learn about the gold rush in Seattle. Today, you can visit an observatory at the top of the tower, with open-air observation deck, 360-degree views of Seattle, and even a speakeasy-style cocktail bar. Smith Tower (the white building in the above photo with the pointy top) was built in 1914, and was the very first skyscraper in Seattle. Stop for a break at Waterfall Garden Park, and enjoy the relaxing sound of rushing water in the middle of the city. Grab some coffee (there literally is a Starbucks on just about every corner), and take a meandering walk through this quiet part of Seattle. Settled in 1852 and burned to the ground in 1889, the historic Pioneer Square Historic District comprises some beautifully restored buildings, vibrant art galleries, and small boutiques.
But if you're planning your first trip to Seattle, here are all the things I think you *have* to do! 1. I've been to Seattle several times, and love the city and all its different neighborhoods. Things to do in Seattle on your first visit Whether it’s a Seattle-centric weekend, or a just-passing-through affair, here are my tips for getting to know Seattle on your first visit.įirst tip: If you’re going to be in town for a few days and want to hit up all the major sites, purchase a Seattle CityPASS, which will gain you admission to 5 of Seattle’s top attractions for a discounted price. Home of Starbucks and the Space Needle, Jimi Hendrix and the grunge movement, Pike Place Market and “Grey’s Anatomy,” Seattle, Washington, has really put itself on the map.ĭespite its oft-mentioned stereotype of being gray and wet (not entirely true), the Emerald City really is one West Coast highlight that you don’t want to miss. Some posts on this site contain affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these links, I may earn a small commission.
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