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An urban enclave surrounded by unrivaled natural beauty, Seattle allows you to experience the best of both worlds—from sailing to shopping and museums to mountains. And it’s all open for you to explore.

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An orca, or killer whale, emerges vertically from the water, with distant mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
Courtesy San Juan Islands Whale and Wildlife Tours

Seattle Whale Watching 101

There’s nothing quite like seeing Puget Sound’s largest and most majestic residents from an up-close and personal vantage point.

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A pyramid of six colorful drink cups with transparent lids on a wooden table. Each cup has
photo credit Jake Magraw

Alt Brewing

Although Seattle enjoys a well-deserved reputation for producing outstanding beer, wine, spirits, and coffee, the city excels in many other kinds of craft beverages.

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People enjoy a sunny day under blooming cherry blossom trees on a university campus. The scene includes groups of people walking, sitting on benches, and relaxing on the grass, with historic buildings in the background.
Courtesy University of Washington

First Bloom

As early as February, the botanical magic begins in Seattle as flowers and shrubs begin to display their brilliant colors in gardens and parks throughout the city.

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A lush green park scene with tall trees, a lily pad-covered pond, and a stone path. A person sits near the pond on a sunny day, surrounded by vibrant grass and clear blue sky.
Washington Park Arboretum | Photo: Erin Craft

Best Parks in Seattle

In Seattle, you’re never too far from nature—the 485+ parks within city limits offer everything from beachfront walking paths and forests to explore to epic play spaces and stunning gardens.

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Assorted colorful pastries displayed on a teal tablecloth. Includes meringues, macarons, donuts, cookies, a cake slice, and fruit-filled pastries on decorative cake stands. Plates and a fork are set nearby.

Guardians of the Bakery

Seattle abounds with exceptional bakeries. These decadent treats found at some of the city’s most sensational bakeries are a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.

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A woman with long hair stands on a boat, looking at a city skyline across the water. The wind blows her hair, and a prominent tower is visible in the distance against a clear sky.

Crossing the Sound

A first-time visitor to Seattle takes a ride on one of Seattle’s most unique modes of transportation.

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An orca, or killer whale, emerges vertically from the water, with distant mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
Courtesy San Juan Islands Whale and Wildlife Tours

Seattle Whale Watching 101

There’s nothing quite like seeing Puget Sound’s largest and most majestic residents from an up-close and personal vantage point.

Read More
A pyramid of six colorful drink cups with transparent lids on a wooden table. Each cup has
photo credit Jake Magraw

Alt Brewing

Although Seattle enjoys a well-deserved reputation for producing outstanding beer, wine, spirits, and coffee, the city excels in many other kinds of craft beverages.

Read More
People enjoy a sunny day under blooming cherry blossom trees on a university campus. The scene includes groups of people walking, sitting on benches, and relaxing on the grass, with historic buildings in the background.
Courtesy University of Washington

First Bloom

As early as February, the botanical magic begins in Seattle as flowers and shrubs begin to display their brilliant colors in gardens and parks throughout the city.

Read More
A lush green park scene with tall trees, a lily pad-covered pond, and a stone path. A person sits near the pond on a sunny day, surrounded by vibrant grass and clear blue sky.
Washington Park Arboretum | Photo: Erin Craft

Best Parks in Seattle

In Seattle, you’re never too far from nature—the 485+ parks within city limits offer everything from beachfront walking paths and forests to explore to epic play spaces and stunning gardens.

Read More
Assorted colorful pastries displayed on a teal tablecloth. Includes meringues, macarons, donuts, cookies, a cake slice, and fruit-filled pastries on decorative cake stands. Plates and a fork are set nearby.

Guardians of the Bakery

Seattle abounds with exceptional bakeries. These decadent treats found at some of the city’s most sensational bakeries are a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.

Read More
A woman with long hair stands on a boat, looking at a city skyline across the water. The wind blows her hair, and a prominent tower is visible in the distance against a clear sky.

Crossing the Sound

A first-time visitor to Seattle takes a ride on one of Seattle’s most unique modes of transportation.

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Visit Seattle Official Visitors’ Guide

Seattle is a beautiful destination with so much for a visitor to see and do. The Official Visitors’ Guide is your one stop resource for exploring the city.

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Aerial view of a city skyline with numerous skyscrapers and a prominent tower. A large body of water with docks and boats is in the foreground. The landscape is lush and green, with hills in the background. Rachael Jones

See The Sights

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I Know A Place

A place like this is always full of potential—and a little bit of magic.

We’ve bottled some of that magic by asking locals to share personal recommendations for their tried-and-true favorites. Now you know someone in Seattle—and they know a place you have to experience for yourself. Watch the videos, check out the itineraries, and browse the map to start planning your Seattle adventure at iknowaplace.org.

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