Visitor Tips

Come on Downtown

And experience all that Downtown Seattle has to offer! Here are four ways to spend a perfect day in Seattle. From art lovers and families to attraction seekers and those on a tight budget, we have the itinerary for you. But don't stop there…continue to explore our beautiful city and find those hidden treasures that make Downtown Seattle the unique go-to destination for thousands of residents and tourists every year.

Select an Itinerary:

  1. Icons of Seattle
  2. Classic Seattle
  3. Arts & Entertainment
  4. Downtown for Families

Icons of Seattle

Visit the iconic landmarks and attractions that make Downtown Seattle famous!

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Start your day with a classic Seattle breakfast in Pike Place Market. Fresh fruit, coffee and a pastry will provide you with the energy needed to tour this world-famous market. From fresh produce and flowers to artwork, antiques and exotic goods the market has something for everyone to enjoy.

After visiting the market, walk to the Seattle Waterfront’s Pier 59 to spend the rest of the morning at the Seattle Aquarium. Here you’ll learn more about the Puget Sound and marine-life with interactive, hands-on experiences.

Explore your lunch options at a number of waterfront restaurants or take a short trek to the Harbor Steps where you can grab a sandwich to go. Right across the street from the Harbor Steps is your next destination -- the Seattle Art Museum (SAM).

SAM attracts visitors from around the world with its collections and exhibits, and with more than 23,000 objects to see the SAM will fill your afternoon with art and culture.

Then, head to Westlake Center, where you can catch the Seattle Monorail to Seattle Center and the famous Space Needle. You can experience the high-speed elevators, the 360-degree view of Seattle or have a great dinner while overlooking the city in SkyCity, the revolving restaurant at the top of the Needle.

Finish off your perfect day at the Experience Music Project where you can learn about, and pretend to be, a rock star!

Sunset Pike Place Market Aquarium Art Museum Seattle Center Monorail
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