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Discover the Best of Seattle in 5 Days

Lourdes Roman

2 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Seattle, Washington. Explore iconic parks, captivating museums, breathtaking gardens, and indulge in delicious cuisine.

Trip to Seattle

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$103

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$ 33

Green Lake Park

Recreation area with trails, beach & boathouse, plus tennis courts, baseball fields & indoor pool.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Gas Works Park

Former site of an oil plant is now a 20-acre park with picnic facilities & dramatic city views.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Fremont Troll

Troll Under the Bridge is an interactive, 6.5-ton, mixed media statue made in 1990 by local artists.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

79 - 95 min

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Directions

Bloedel Reserve

Tree-filled nature preserve with 150 acres of forests, landscaped gardens, plus a reflection pool.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$64

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Via Rosa 11

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$39

Day 2

+

$162

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$ 17

Golden Gardens Park

City park draws outdoor lovers for Puget Sound & mountain views, trails & a dog off-leash area.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Museum of Pop Culture

Inspired by Jimi Hendrix, the museum includes items from icons ranging from Bo Diddley to Bob Dylan.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$105

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Lake Union Park

12-acre lakefront park with boat launch, model-boat pond, Center for Wooden Boats & spray features.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Tacos Chukis

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$57

Day 3

+

$129

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$ 33

Bellevue Botanical Garden

Gardens, woodlands & wetlands along with holiday light festivities, art exhibits & concerts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Bellevue Downtown Park

Lushly planted city park featuring a 240-foot-wide waterfall, a picnic green & a playground.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Washington Park Arboretum

On the shores of Lake Washington, this 230-acre preserve features rare trees & a Japanese garden.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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Directions

The Seattle Great Wheel

Giant Ferris wheel offering climate-controlled gondolas & a bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$56

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Kerry Park

Panoramic views of Downtown & the Space Needle draw visitors to this small neighborhood park.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

Toulouse Petit, located in the Queen Anne neighborhood in Seattle, is a local hot-spot for those looking to enjoy delicious French or Cajun cuisine. Staying true to New Orleans hospitality, we serve traditional dishes including: gumbo, po’ boy, grits, jambalaya, and fried chicken.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 4

+

$159

·

$ 9

International Fountain

This large fountain was built in 1995 & offers a large basin for children to splash in.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Seattle Center

Huge community events complex with museums, theaters, restaurants & shops, plus the Space Needle.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Chihuly Garden and Glass

Art museum & sculpture garden showcasing Dale Chihuly's large, colorful glass works.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$120

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Waterfront Park

Public park with a boardwalk & a pair of sculptures, plus views of the skyline & ships in drydock.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

The Crumpet Shop

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$39

Day 5

+

$308

·

$ 17

Kubota Garden

Hilly 20-acre Japanese-style garden dating to 1927, with flowers, ponds, waterfalls & a moon bridge.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Seattle Aquarium

Popular waterfront aquarium with interactive exhibits, a cafe & virtual reality shows.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$128

10 - 12 min

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Space Needle

Iconic, 605-ft-tall spire at the Seattle Center, with an observation deck & a rotating restaurant.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$120

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Olympic Sculpture Park

An offshoot of the Seattle Art Museum, this park features numerous sculptures spread over 9 acres.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Macrina Bakery & Cafe

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Budget breakdown: $967 In total

Activities & Food:$860

Transport:$108