Family Vacations to Seattle
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Seattle is the largest city in Washington State, and is located on the western side of the state, nestled
between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound. This is a beautiful area with towering evergreens, lush
vegetation, spectacular views and a favorite family vacation spot for many. Aside from the gorgeous
scenery that Seattle has to offer, there are many fun things to see and do. Here are just a few of our
personal favorites.
between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound. This is a beautiful area with towering evergreens, lush
vegetation, spectacular views and a favorite family vacation spot for many. Aside from the gorgeous
scenery that Seattle has to offer, there are many fun things to see and do. Here are just a few of our
personal favorites.
Seattle's Space Needle - Towering over 600 feet near downtown Seattle, the Space Needle is hard to
miss. This interesting and spectacular structure was built for the 1962 World's Fair and is located at the
Seattle Center. It looks much like a flying saucer perched on top of a neat looking tower, and includes an
observation deck at 520 feet above the ground. The Space Needle includes a gift shop and a restaurant
that rotates. The view from the restaurant is absolutely spectacular. From here you can admire Seattle's
beautiful skyline, the surrounding peaks and some of the islands that dot Puget Sound.
Seattle Aquarium - Both young and old alike will enjoy a trip to the Seattle Aquarium. It is open daily and
offers many different marine exhibits that are sure to please. "Window on Washington Waters" is one
such exhibit that offers a very unique show. This exhibit features a 120,000 gallon showcase filled with
colorful sea anemones, rockfish, salmon, and other Washington sea life native to this area. Several
times a day divers make up part of this exhibit. By using special face masks they are able to converse with
visitors at the exhibit, as they describe the marine life featured in the tank.
Washington State Ferries - No trip to Seattle is complete without taking a ride on one of their ferries. The
State of Washington operates the largest ferry fleet in the United States. They had 23 ferries operating as
of 2009, and transport millions of passengers each year. Choose from dozens of routes while exploring
the Seattle area. Their largest vessels carry around 2500 passengers and up to 202 vehicles. Once you
park your car on the vessel, you can walk up to the restaurant or passenger areas and sit back, relax and
enjoy the view. The ferry to Bremerton is a very popular ride, and the shipyard there is quite interesting.
miss. This interesting and spectacular structure was built for the 1962 World's Fair and is located at the
Seattle Center. It looks much like a flying saucer perched on top of a neat looking tower, and includes an
observation deck at 520 feet above the ground. The Space Needle includes a gift shop and a restaurant
that rotates. The view from the restaurant is absolutely spectacular. From here you can admire Seattle's
beautiful skyline, the surrounding peaks and some of the islands that dot Puget Sound.
Seattle Aquarium - Both young and old alike will enjoy a trip to the Seattle Aquarium. It is open daily and
offers many different marine exhibits that are sure to please. "Window on Washington Waters" is one
such exhibit that offers a very unique show. This exhibit features a 120,000 gallon showcase filled with
colorful sea anemones, rockfish, salmon, and other Washington sea life native to this area. Several
times a day divers make up part of this exhibit. By using special face masks they are able to converse with
visitors at the exhibit, as they describe the marine life featured in the tank.
Washington State Ferries - No trip to Seattle is complete without taking a ride on one of their ferries. The
State of Washington operates the largest ferry fleet in the United States. They had 23 ferries operating as
of 2009, and transport millions of passengers each year. Choose from dozens of routes while exploring
the Seattle area. Their largest vessels carry around 2500 passengers and up to 202 vehicles. Once you
park your car on the vessel, you can walk up to the restaurant or passenger areas and sit back, relax and
enjoy the view. The ferry to Bremerton is a very popular ride, and the shipyard there is quite interesting.
The ferry trip from Seattle to Bainbridge Island is
another popular route, but there are a number of other
great routes available throughout this same area.
Seattle has many other fun things to see and do,
depending on the length of your stay. Be sure and visit
Pike's Street Market, tour Seattle's Underground
City, take a ride on the Seattle Monorail or take a short
drive south and visit Mount Rainier. Hopefully, this
gives you some good ideas for your next family
vacation. Take the time to create fun family memories
You will be glad that you did. Have fun and stay safe!
another popular route, but there are a number of other
great routes available throughout this same area.
Seattle has many other fun things to see and do,
depending on the length of your stay. Be sure and visit
Pike's Street Market, tour Seattle's Underground
City, take a ride on the Seattle Monorail or take a short
drive south and visit Mount Rainier. Hopefully, this
gives you some good ideas for your next family
vacation. Take the time to create fun family memories
You will be glad that you did. Have fun and stay safe!
Seattle Tourist Attractions - Visit Seattle's Visitor and Convention Bureau.