31 Unique Things to Do in Seattle, Washington Visual Story

By Alli Sewell

Introduction

31 Unique Things to Do in Seattle, Washington Visual Story

There are many unique things to do in Seattle, Washington, like visiting a fun carnival-themed...

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Unique Seattle Things to Do

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Sip drinks above the city at the Space Needle

The Space Needle is a world-famous landmark in downtown Seattle. By going to the observation...

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Shop and eat at Pike Place Market with a professional chef

Pike Place Market is a famous Washington State landmark that has been in Seattle since...

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Enjoy carnival-style food and drinks at Unicorn Bar

One of many quirky bars in Seattle is Unicorn Bar. This fun and colorful bar...

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Admire the Seattle skyline from Golden Gardens Park

Going to Golden Gardens Park is one of the non-touristy things to do in Seattle...

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Snap pictures at Gas Works Park

Gas Works Park is one of the more unique outdoor spaces in Seattle. The 19.1-acre...

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Discover unique products at Ye Olde Curiosity Shop

Operating in Seattle since 1899, Ye Olde Curiosity Shop is probably the most unique store...

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Get coffee at Starbucks Reserve Roastery

A fun fact about Washington is that Starbucks was founded in Seattle in 1971, and...

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Take in the views from the Sky View Observatory

Many visitors to Seattle head to the Space Needle to get 360-degree views of the...

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Play pinball at the Seattle Pinball Museum

One of the cool things to do in Seattle, Washington, is going to the Seattle...

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Sail through Lake Union on a sunset cruise

An exciting thing to do at night in Seattle is going on a sunset cocktail...

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Explore the Beacon Food Forest

The Beacon Food Forest is a very unique park in Seattle; everything within the park...

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Wander around Washington Park Arboretum

Another fantastic attraction that many tourists don't know of is the Washington Park Arboretum. The...

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Visit the Wing Luke Museum

The Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience is a fascinating hidden gem...

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Check out the Gum Wall

The Gum Wall is one of the unusual and cool places in Seattle, WA. Located...

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Hang out at Olympic Sculpture Park

Another of many unique parks in the city is Olympic Structure Park. The nine-acre park...

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Venture under Pioneer Square

Pioneer Square is another famous Seattle landmark to visit. This area was Seattle's first neighborhood...

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See West Point Lighthouse

Opened in 1881, West Point Lighthouse is situated within Discovery Park, 20 minutes from downtown...

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Get drinks at Cafe Racer and the Official Bad Art Museum of Art

Cafe Racer is one of the weird yet cool places in Seattle, Washington. The bar...

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Appreciate the views from Kerry Park

Located on Queen Anne Hill, Kerry Park is another of the lesser-known spots in Seattle...

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Fly over Lake Washington

A unique way to see Lake Washington and the surrounding area is by experiencing a...

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Sunbathe on Alki Beach

When the weather is nice, heading to Alki Beach is a unique thing to do...

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Be amazed at the World Famous Giant Shoe Museum

The World Famous Giant Shoe Museum is a slightly weird but very unique attraction in...

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Marvel at the artworks at Chihuly Garden and Glass

If you're an art enthusiast, one of the cool things to do in Seattle, WA...

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Learn new things at the Pacific Science Center

A fun and fascinating attraction in Seattle is the Pacific Science Center. This science and...

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See the Fremont Troll

The Fremont Troll is one of the most unique landmarks in Seattle. The troll sculpture...

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Unique Things to Do Near Seattle, Washington

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Camp at Olympic National Park

Located about two and a half hours from Seattle is an amazing National Park, Olympic...

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Whale watch around the San Juan Islands

The San Juan Islands are an archipelago located about three hours from Seattle. A unique...

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Go wine tasting in Woodinville Wine Country

One of the most unique experiences in Seattle that many tourists don't know about is...

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Road trip to Portland

Portland, Oregon, is another exciting Pacific Northwest city located about three and a half hours...

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Experience a hot air balloon ride over Seattle and the Puget Sound

Taking a hot air balloon ride over the city is definitely one of the most...

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Tour Mount Rainier National Park

Another of the best National Parks on the West Coast that's close to Seattle is...

Conclusion

In Conclusion

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