Surrounded by water and acres of lush green forest, Seattle offers visitors the perfect mix of family-friendly attractions and outdoor recreation. The Seattle Waterfront area provides a lively collection of entertainment, shopping and dining options as well as a great starting point for taking ferry rides across the Puget Sound or enjoying a dinner cruise on the water.

Perhaps the most recognized symbol in Seattle is the Space Needle featuring spectacular views of the city and its surrounding area. Take the 41-second elevator ride to the Space Needle observation deck and indulge yourself at the restaurant at the top that revolves 360 degrees while you dine.

Another famous Seattle attraction is Pike Place Market, an authentic farmer’s market where local merchants sell a wide variety of meat, cheese, seafood and produce. In addition to the street performers, musicians, flying fish and local honey, you will enjoy the fine seafood restaurants, antiques, one-of-a-kind items and import goods found at Pike Place Market.

Seattle is a playground for families. You can easily spend an entire day at the Seattle Center, a 74-acre urban park that was built for the 1962 World’s Fair. The Seattle Center features excellent art and cultural experiences for children including a children’s museum, a children’s theater, a hands-on science center and lots of amusement rides.

The Seattle Aquarium and Woodland Park Zoo also offer countless hours of family fun. See more than 1,000 animals from 300 different species at Woodland Park Zoo. In addition to its many interesting marine life exhibits, the Seattle Aquarium offers whale-watching cruises around the San Juan Islands.

The University of Washington is the oldest public university on the west coast and has a beautiful campus to explore. Located in Seattle’s University District, there is always something happening around the University of Washington campus.

Seattle is a great place for sports fans to visit. Home to the Seattle Mariners baseball team, the Seattle Seahawks football team and the Seattle Supersonics basketball team, the opportunities to catch a professional sporting event are numerous in Seattle, WA.

Downtown Seattle combines everything that makes Seattle unique. Boutique shops, department stores and specialty shops help to promote Downtown Seattle as a great shopping destination. Grab a latte and start shopping.

Come see for yourself why Seattle, WA is considered the jewel of the Pacific Northwest. Book your Seattle accommodations with Choice Hotels today.   << Hide