Who says traveling with your dog has to be limiting and boring? When you visit a dog-friendly city like Seattle, WA you will find nothing ordinary, only amazing.
Enjoy the natural beauty of Seattle by taking a stroll through one of the many area gardens. Washington Park Arboretum features more than 70 years of stewardship and 230 acres of beautifully groomed gardens. And, admission is free! Be sure to visit the Carl English Jr Botanical Garden, which is landscaped in an elegant English style and has more than 570 species and 1,500 varieties of flowers from around the world. Dogs are allowed at both gardens, as long as they stay on the path and remain on a leash at all times.
If you are looking for a little adventure, enjoy an exciting ride on a Kenmore Air Seaplane. Explore Seattle, San Juan Islands, Oak Harbor, Victoria and Vancouver from the sky with a view at 10,000 feet. There is also a 20-minute sightseeing tour of Seattle that you and your dog can enjoy. All well-behaved dogs are welcomed, little dogs are able to sit in your lap, while bigger dogs will need to have a seat purchased.
For something more educational, check out the Oasis Art Gallery. This gallery has one of the largest selections of art media in the area and offers a diverse range of artists from all over the world. If it’s maritime history you are after, visit the Center for Wooden Boats. This museum features dozens of floating exhibits and has a wooden boat restoration center. Dogs are allowed at both the art gallery and museum.
Choice Hotels offers a variety of pet-friendly properties in and around the Seattle, WA area. Make sure you book ChoiceHotels.com when you and your dog are planning a visit to this natural yet urban city.