Welcome to Seattle's Backyard!

Welcome to Seattle Southside! We're here to help you make the most out of your trip. Stop by our SeaTac Visitor Center and our knowledgeable experts will help you find exactly what you're looking for. Restaurant recommendations? Dinner or hotel reservations? Transportation or driving directions? Sporting event information? Ticket sales? We’ve got the inside scoop on all the great things to do and see around the region.

Stop by and stock up on FREE literature with area attractions, guides and maps. Or pick up tickets for the Museum of Flight, Link light rail, Argosy Cruises, CityPass, iFLY Seattle, Tours Northwest and Waterway Cruises.

It’s easy to find and easy to park, even for RVs.

Seattle Southside Visitor Center: 3100 S. 176th St., Seattle, WA 98188

Phone: 206-575-2489, Toll-Free: 1-877-885-9452
Hours of operation: 
Winter: Monday–Friday 9am–5pm, closed on weekends
Summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day): Monday–Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 10am–4pm

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Travel Blog

Find get articles on things to do, travel advice, local recipes and more on the Seattle Southside Travel Blog.
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FAQ

Seattle Southside refers to the three cities near Sea-Tac International Airport: SeaTac, Tukwila and Des Moines, approximately 15–20 minutes south of downtown Seattle. 
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Cruise Travelers

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Itineraries

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Regional Overview

Three great cities, that’s what! The Seattle Southside consists of Tukwila, SeaTac and Des Moines, three hidden gems that have a lot to offer.
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Maps

These maps will help you get from here to there. And if you’re not finding what you’re looking for, feel free to give us a call at 877-855-9452. We’d be happy to help.
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Getting To & Around

Trains, planes, automobiles or boats—whatever your preferred mode of transportation, it comes without hassle in Seattle Southside.
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Event Calendar

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