10 Destinations To Enhance Your Seattle Bucket List

By Fallon brannon

Seattle is known for its bustling coastal culture beyond its famous landmarks. The city is also noted for its coffee culture and seafood cuisine.

Seattle is often called the birthplace of grunge music, thanks in part to its distance from major cultural hubs like Los Angeles and New York. This geographic isolation helped foster a tight-knit, underground music scene.

When planning a trip to the Emerald City, consider adding these 10 exciting places to your sight-seeing Seattle bucket list.

Widely regarded as the most notable attraction in Seattle, the Space Needle stands at 605' feet tall in the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood. The iconic observation tower opened in 1962 for the Seattle World's Fair.

Space Needle

The nine-acre historic landmark serves as "the soul of Seattle" for fresh produce and seafood. The market is a staple for Seattle's fish throwing tradition, dating back to 1930.

Pike Place Market

Visit this museum exhibit to enter into a breathtaking glass universe, designed by American glass artist Dale Chihuly. The glasshouse is open year-round, featuring hundreds of colorful glass creations and sculptures.

Chihuly Garden and Glass

Craving some thrill ride amusement? This 174' foot tall ferris wheel might do the trick. At night, the giant ride displays a colorful night show, illuminating the sky with over 500,000 LED lights!

The Great Wheel

If you're a pop culture enthusiast, this museum is a must-visit! Explore exhibits on film, music, fashion, and gaming, featuring more than 85,000 iconic artifacts.

The Museum of Pop Culture

Visit the late 1800s Romanesque neighborhood in Downtown Seattle. The famous art district is known for its historic architecture and growing arts community. 

Pioneer Square

Explore Planetarium and daytime laser shows at the iconic space museum. For over 60 years, the Pacific Science Center has ignited excitement for children and families alike.

Pacific Science Center

Since opening in 2008, this impactful museum has showcased a range of programs and exhibits dedicated to Black history and culture. The landmark institution currently houses 12 unique exhibitions.

Northwest African American Museum

Overlook the bustling city of Seattle with this 73rd-floor observatory. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a panoramic360-degree view of the city and all of its atractions. 

Sky View Observatory 

Craving sun, sand, and stunning views? This beloved Seattle beach stretches 2.5 miles along the coast, offering breathtaking vistas of the Olympic Mountains and the city skyline, perfect for a relaxing day by the water.

Alki Beach

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