Explore Seattle

Everything to Plan Your Visit

Discover inspiration, resources, and first-hand experiences below as you get ready to embark on your next great adventure.

Aerial view of Seattle at sunset, featuring the Space Needle in silhouette against an orange sky, with buildings, water, and distant mountains visible in the background. Rachael Jones

International Travelers

Explore trip-planning resources and on-the-ground information for international visitors.

International Travel Guides

Useful Border, Visa & Passport Information

 

 

No Umbrella – The Visit Seattle Blog

Find Seattle’s best experiences, from dining and scenic hikes to arts & culture and events. Whether you’re a visitor or a local, find expert tips and seasonal must-dos that showcase the city’s unique charm. Start exploring now!

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Aerial view of Seattle, showcasing the Space Needle and downtown skyscrapers under a partly cloudy sky. The cityscape, featured in the Visit Seattle Bandwango Perks Pass, is bordered by Elliott Bay on the right, with distant mountains on the horizon. Photo: Rachael Jones

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Ready to visit? Use our helpful resources to book your next trip to Seattle and find even more inspiration on what to do while you’re here.

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Latest Events

Untold Stories: World War II at 75

Ongoing

World War II ended over seventy-five years ago. The War was one of the most destructive and defining …

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Hugh Hayden: American Vernacular

Now through 9/28/2025

In Hugh Hayden’s first solo museum presentation on the West Coast, the complexities of identity, desire, and belonging …

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Sensory-Friendly Programs

Ongoing

An opportunity for adults and families to experience the museum with lowered volume and light levels. All participants …

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Boundless: Stories of Asian Art

Ongoing

Asia can be defined in many ways, geographically, culturally, and historically. As the world’s largest and most populated …

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Calder at SAM

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Calder at SAM celebrates the life, legacy, and work of iconic American artist Alexander Calder.

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University District Farmers Market

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Held Saturdays year round, the University District Farmers Market is Seattle’s oldest and largest “farmers-only” neighborhood market. Founded …

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