Best Tourist Spots in Seattle

From the Emerald City, comes the world class landmarks, such as the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Chihuly Garden and Glass, Seattle Aquarium and so forth. These magnificent attractions will give you the answer to why Seattle is one of American top tourist destinations. We have traced the top 10 city-go-to location for you to explore when you're in Seattle.

Space Needle

Located in the Queen Anne neighborhood is Seattle's iconic structure - Space Needle. The spectacular 605-foot high Space Needle, with its UFO-like design was constructed for the 1962 World's Fair. An elevator ride up to the observation deck will let you see the breathtaking views of the city, Puget Sound, the Olympic, Mt. Rainier, Cascade Mountains and beyond. Take home some beautiful souvenirs from the gift shop in the ground floor.

Address: Seattle Center, Seattle, WA 98109
Website: www.spaceneedle.com/home
Hours: Daily from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m

Pike Place Market

A must visit spot in Seattle - Pike Place Market is where you can a spend a fun filled day shopping and relishing on delicious eats. This a vibrant spot, flocked with vendors selling cloths, flowers, fruits, vegeatbles, local made jewelery and gifts. You can nosh a bit of everything from all the fantastic eateries around. For an even better experience, get on one of its many market tours and get a glimpse of the city's history, food and more.

Address: 1st Avenue | Seattle, WA 98101
Website: www.pikeplacemarket.org
Tickets: $17 for seniors and kids (11 to 17 years), $19 for adults and $14 for kids (6 to 10 years)

Chihuly Garden and Glass

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Chihuly Garden and Glass celebrates the magnificent artworks of renowned artist, Dale Chihuly. Not to mention is the Glasshouse made of steel and glass, at 40 feet high. The Glasshouse contain a marvellous exhibits of intricate glass blown pieces and sculpture in a rainbow color palette. Highlights include 8 rooms of glass forests with gardens, sea life, flowers and chandeliers.

Address: 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
Website: www.chihulygardenandglass.com
Tickets: $19 for adults and $12 for kids (4 to 12 years)

EMP Museum

A place to bask on pop culture, music and sci-fi - EMP Museum is rooted to rock 'n' roll. This contemporary museum connects to people from all walks of life and inclination. It features exhibitions, unique collections, educational programs and also let learn the influential history of Nirvana. Step in their interactive Sound Lab, select an instrument of your choice and bring out the artistic side of you.

Address: 325 5th Ave N, Seattle, Washington 98109
Phone: 1 206-770-2700
Website: www.empmuseum.org
Tickets: $30 for adults,seniors and students,$24 for youths and Free for children

Mount Si

Take a 40 miles drive towards the eastern side of Seattle and explore the serene beauty of Mount Si. If you're an outdoor lover, this is where you ought to be. Pack up sohead to the hiking trails. Do not skip a visit here, where nature will its bountiful greenery and spectacular views will fully engulf you. Truth be told, you will not want to come back to the city.

Address: Mount Si Road, North Bend, WA 98045
Website: www.chihulygardenandglass.com

Seattle Aquarium

Head to Seattle Aquarium to see the exotic marine life. The focal point will be the stunning 40-foot "Window on Washington Waters" exhibit, that displays colorful rockfish, salmon, sea anemones and other native Washington aquatic animals. Other highlights include - touch tank, coral reef tank, the aquarium's largest exhibit, underwater observation dome.

Address: 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101
Website: www.seattleaquarium.org
Hours: Daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets: $15 for children (4 to 12 years) and $22 for adults

Pioneer Square

This is known as the birthplace of Seattle - one of the 1st settlements in the Northwest United States. The points of interest here include - Tlingit totem pole and the "Underground Tour", that exposes the city's quirlier historic side. Aside from these, you can enjoy shopping among its many shops, art galleries or sit yourself down for a delicous meal in one of its many restaurants.

Address: Jackson Street & First Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98104
Website: www.pioneersquare.org
Tour tickets: $14 for seniors and students (13 to 17 years or must have valid college ID), $17 for adults, and $9 for children (7 to 12 years)

Olympic Sculpture Park

Soak in Seattle's art, history and culture in Olympic Sculpture Park. The 9-acre park is a part of Seattle Art Museum, that features works by renowned sculptors, like Claes Oldenburg, Alexander Calder and Roxy Paine. You can drop by the museum and marvel exquisite arts. Or, just stroll around the serene park and see the wonderful views of the water overlooking Elliott Bay to the Olympic Mountains.

Address: 2901 Western Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98121
Website: www.seattleartmuseum.org/visit/osp
Hours: varies seasonally

Museum of Flight

Seattle is no stranger to the world of aviation. Museum of Flight is one of America's finest aviation museums that features Seattle's captivating aviation history. Exhibits of the museum include - an original Concorde jetliner, legendary SR-71 Blackbird, the actual 707 jet used as Air Force. Also kids will love the Kid’s Flight Zone, a control tower and the flight simulators.

Address: 9404 East Marginal Way South | Seattle, WA 98108
Website: www.museumofflight.org

Central Public Library

This is state-of-the-art architectural masterpiece that serves as a functional library. A combination of steel and glass structure, this stunning building is a head turner. The inside of the building has huge spaces, with extensive collection of books of varied genre. You can tour the highlights of the building via a self-guided cell phone tour - Dial 206.686.8564.

Address: 1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 1 206-386-4636
Website: www.spl.org/locations/central-library

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