Day Trip: Seattle’s Historic Pike Place Market
Located on the Seattle Waterfront, Pike Place Market is a historic market that has been open for business since 1907…
Things to Do in Seattle
Choose Your Adventure from these Popular Seattle Attractions
Snoqualmie Falls
What is the Most Visited Waterfall in Washington? Snoqualmie Falls! One of Washington State's most popular scenic attractions, Snoqualmie Falls is a 270 foot waterfall…
Top 6 Beautiful Places in Seattle to Visit This Spring
Washington State is known for beautiful cherry blossoms, daffodils, tulips and rhododendrons (the State flower).
8 Really Fun Things To Do On A Rainy Day in Seattle
Did you know that although Seattle is known to be the “Rainy City” we actually receive less rain on average…
Seattle Southside History: Des Moines Beach Park
The documented history of Washington state (and the United States, for that matter) is fairly recent history compared to the…
Day Trips
Explore Seattle for a day or two or three. Staying in Seattle Southside puts you in the perfect position to explore the Pacific Northwest.
Top Indoor Activities in Seattle Southside
11 Family-Friendly Fun Things to Do Indoors in Seattle Southside. With the change in weather, we’re all going to need…
Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle’s Restaurant
The activities, rides and attractions you’ll find at Family Fun Center Tukwila offer an endless array of opportunities to have FUN! Their indoor activities include…
Seattle Southside is Perfectly Placed
The cities of Tukwila, SeaTac and Des Moines together make up Seattle Southside.
Just 15 minutes south of downtown Seattle with quick easy access to Sea-Tac Airport (SEA), freeways and light rail stations.
Tukwila
In need of retail therapy? This community features more than five million square feet of shopping, from high-end buys, discount steals, household goods, boutique finds, beauty trends, outdoor gear, and more.
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Des Moines
The boating capital of the Pacific Northwest offers six miles of shoreline, public beaches, waterfront parks, fishing piers and top-notch restaurants—all within close proximity to downtown Seattle.
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SeaTac
Surrounding the airport, this city is a great place to rest and get a bite to eat. With over 30 hotels, you'll find the perfect accommodations to fit your travel style.
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Space Needle
Every degree of the O Deck’s 360-degree view commands your attention. Snow-capped Mt. Rainier to the south and the Cascade Mountains to the east, the…
Pike Place Market
Internationally recognized as America's premier farmers market. This nine-acre historic district hosts ten million visitors each year who come to experience the unique sights and…
Washington State Ferries
This is the largest ferry system in the United States, serving eight counties within Washington and the Province of British Columbia in Canada. WSF is…
Visit Bainbridge
The perfect place to spend a day! Take a break away from city life, or plan a relaxing stop on your way to the coast…
The Museum of Flight
You'll enjoy the wonder of aviation in one of Seattle’s most spectacular settings. The 15-acre campus features over 175 air and spacecraft, the original Boeing…
Mt. Rainier National Park
With 14,411 feet this place can offer the best of all outdoor activities. Included in the prestigious Historic Hotels of America register, two National Historic…
SEA (Sea-Tac International Airport)
The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), or "Sea-Tac", serves Seattle and Tacoma, Washington as well as the rest of western Washington. The airport is the primary…
The Space Needle is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Seattle. Built in 1962 for the World's Fair, this unique structure is 605 feet tall and can be seen from miles away. Visitors can take an elevator to the top for stunning views of the city, Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountain range to the west, and the Cascade Mountain range to the east.
Located on the Seattle Waterfront, Pike Place Market is a historic market that has been open for business since 1907. It's home to some of Seattle's most popular restaurants and shops, and is a great place to people watch. Plan on leaving with a bag of fresh fruit, vegetables, pastries, and a few souvenirs to remember your visit. This is the place where you can see fish thrown around by the fish mongers.
Seattle Ferries are another popular attraction in Seattle. The ferries connect downtown Seattle to a number of islands in Puget Sound and offer wonderful views of the Seattle skyline and Mt. Rainier. Visitors can take a ferry ride to popular day-trip destinations that include Bainbridge Island, Whidbey Island, Vashon Island, and Bremerton. Each island has it's own special character that include charming walkable downtown areas for shopping, bike paths, beautiful gardens, beaches, farm-to-table restaurants, and wine tasting.
The Museum of Flight is a must-see for aviation fans. The museum is home to a wide variety of aircraft, from historical planes to NASA's Space Shuttle Full Fuselage Trainer. Visitors can explore the history of flight and learn about the latest advancements in aviation technology.
Mt. Rainier is a 14,411 ft. high active volcano and regional icon that offers majestic scenic views from every direction. Visitors can take a scenic drive to the Paradise Jackson Visitor Center to experience and learn more about this treasure of a National Park that offers hiking trails, camping, and unlimited beauty. Mt. Rainier's last major eruption was in 1894.
Sea-Tac International Airport (SEA), located in Seattle Southside, is the gateway for visiting the Pacific Northwest. With the ocean (Puget Sound) on one side and Mt. Rainier and the majestic Cascade mountains on the other, there is no shortage of adventures to be had in our region, including wine tasting, visiting train museums, dining at any of the numerous international restaurants, and exploring the dramatic natural, rugged beauty of Washington state.
Center your compass on Seattle Southside where there are over 60 hotels to choose from and venture out in any direction to experience lush, green parks, culturally diverse neighborhoods and popular tourist attractions. Be sure to sign up for our Travel Update Newsletter for the latest monthly updates on the best things to see and do in and around Seattle.
FAQs about the Best Things to Do in Seattle
What are the top sights in Seattle?
For high-up city views, the most popular vantage points are the Space Needle, Columbia Tower, and Smith Tower. Hop on over to Kerry Park for one of the best spots overlooking the city to take a photo. Other top sights include The Great Wheel, Seattle Aquarium, Pike Place Market, Museum of Pop Culture (MoPop), Seattle Art Museum (SAM), Ballard Locks, Snoqualmie Falls, The Museum of Flight, Des Moines Beach Park, Bainbridge Island, and Mt. Rainier.
What is the most visited place in Seattle?
The Space Needle in downtown Seattle was constructed especially for the 1962 World's Fair and is the most iconic symbol of the city. Each year the Space Needle has an average of 1.3 million visitors. In 1962 it was the tallest structure west of the Mississippi at 605 feet.
Is 3 days enough time to see Seattle?
You couldn't possibly see EVERYTHING that Seattle has to offer in 3 days, but if that's what you're working with, then its just enough time to get acquainted. Our Travel Planner and Suggested Seattle Itineraries may be just what you're looking for to map out your adventure.