Discover top tourist attractions in Seattle Washington

Top Attractions Seattle Tours Woodland Park Zoo Intiman Theater Pacific Science Center Safeco Field Quest Field

Things to do in Seattle, Washington. Seattle is home to a wide variety of tourist attractions - from the renowned Seattle Art Museum to world-class dining and exciting sports teams, Seattle has something for everyone. Music enthusiasts will love the Experience Music Project (EMP), while families can spend the day playing on the rides at the Fun Forest or seeing the wildlife from around the world at the Woodland Park Zoo. The friendly staff at Travelodge by the Space Needle can point you in the direction you want to go for your ultimate Seattle experience.

Seattle’s Top Attractions

Seattle Center. On the 74 acre grounds of the Seattle Center you’ll discover science, arts, entertainment and sports arenas. Catch a game or a show at the Key Arena, see dinosaur exhibits at the Science Center or enjoy the rides in the Fun Forrest. Discover everything the Seattle Center has to offer and information on upcoming events at: http://www.seattlecenter.com

Seattle Experience Music Project (EMP). Located within the Seattle Center and just minutes away from Travelodge by the Space Needle, the formidable EMP is hard to miss. Enter into the spectacular metal sculpture and find yourself immersed in interpretative and interactive exhibitions that capture and reflect all music genres, from rock n’ roll to jazz to hip hop. For more information go to: http://www.empsfm.org/index.asp.  [Top]

Port of Seattle Tours. Discover how a working harbor functions at the Port of Seattle. It’s a perfect opportunity for families to enjoy a free, educational afternoon by attending the Harbor Tour, the International Trade Class or visiting the Odyssey Maritime Discovery Center. For more information visit: http://www.portseattle.org/community/education/seaporttours.shtml

Seattle Aquarium. People of all ages will love the “hands on” marine life experience that awaits them at the Seattle Aquarium. Discover the exciting Pacific Northwest marine life that inhabits the chilly depths and shallow tide pools of the Puget Sound. There’s so much to see that every visit will be a brand new experience. Get more information at: http://www.seattleaquarium.org  [Top]

Woodland Park Zoo. See what’s new at the Zoo! At Woodland Park Zoo, you’ll be able to see the largest collection of animals from around the globe - approximately 1, 098 species - in all of Washington State. Don’t miss out on the many activities - from “African Village Story Telling” to “Croc Talk”, the Woodland Park Zoo promises a fun-filled day for all. Get more information at: http://www.zoo.org/

Seattle Monorail. Catch a ride on Seattle’s above-ground rail. Originally installed for the 1962 world fair, the monorail is the nation’s first full-scale commercial monorail system and provides a fun, quick link from downtown to the Seattle Center. For more information go to: http://www.seattlemonorail.com/   [Top]

Intiman Theater. Catch a show at the Intiman Theater - home to some of Seattle’s most innovative productions. Located within walking distance from Travelodge by the Space Needle, the Intiman is also close to many fantastic neighborhood restaurants that are perfect for pre-show dinner or post-show drink. For more information on shows and times etc go to: http://www.intiman.org/

Seattle Art Museum. Spend an afternoon among the work of true artistic masters. With a wide range of stunning, permanent collections and continuous notable exhibits coming through, this 4 story haven for art is something not to be missed. For more information go to: http://www.seattleartmuseum.org/  [Top]

Pacific Science Center. There’s fun for everyone at the Pacific Science Center. Featuring amazing “hands-on” exhibits, laser and IMAX theaters and educational programs, people of all ages can expect a full and rewarding afternoon at PCS. Don’t miss your chance to get close to a T-Rex so life-like you’ll swear it’s real, or safely ride a bike on along a 1 inch rail - 15 feet off the ground. For more information go to: http://www.pacsci.org/

Key Arena. Located in the Seattle Center and home to the Seattle Supersonics, the 17,000+ seat arena also hosts touring and local entertainment and music events. To see a complete schedule of upcoming events go to: http://www.seattlecenter.com/events/location/  [Top]

Safeco Field. Home of the Mainers, Safeco Field provides fans with the best qualities of a modern ballpark: prime downtown location, plenty of local flavor, and a retractable roof designed so that rain or shine, fans the stands will enjoy the game. For more information and game times go to: http://seattle.mariners.mlb.com/sea/ballpark/index.jsp

Supermall in Auburn, WA. Welcome to the shoppers paradise - a retail outlet mall that has more shops than you can shake a stick at. Just 20 minutes outside of Seattle, the Auburn Supermall has it all. For a complete list of shops go to: http://www.supermall.com/  [Top]

Quest Field. Home of the Seattle Seahawks, and the Seattle Sounders, Quest Field is also host to outdoor summer concerts. Too see a list of upcoming events and games go to: http://www.qwestfield.com/

Washington State Convention Center. Planning a big event? The Washington State Convention Center is the ideal spot to host any kind of convention or fair. With a full list of services ranging from booth set-up to food and beverage service, the friendly staff at the Washington State Convention Center makes hosting any event easy and enjoyable.  [Top]