Guidebook for Seattle
Food Scene
Pagliacci pizza is hands down the best pizza in Seattle (in my opinion). It is a quick 10 minute walk from your condo. You can order for pick-up, delivery, or eat-in. You can also walk in a buy a slice. They have phenomenal seasonal pizzas. My favorite pizza is the spinach and chicken served with a pagliaccio salad on the side. VERY KID FRIENDLY
229 locals recommend
Pagliacci Pizza
1614 W Dravus StPagliacci pizza is hands down the best pizza in Seattle (in my opinion). It is a quick 10 minute walk from your condo. You can order for pick-up, delivery, or eat-in. You can also walk in a buy a slice. They have phenomenal seasonal pizzas. My favorite pizza is the spinach and chicken served with a pagliaccio salad on the side. VERY KID FRIENDLY
Ohana has been on the scene for 19 years now and is still just as popular as ever. They serve Hawaiian/Sushi - with an eat at sushi bar. My favorite on the menu is the edamame (in the shell) with salt and the katsu chicken.
24 locals recommend
Ohana Belltown
2207 1st AveOhana has been on the scene for 19 years now and is still just as popular as ever. They serve Hawaiian/Sushi - with an eat at sushi bar. My favorite on the menu is the edamame (in the shell) with salt and the katsu chicken.
My most favorite coffee in Seattle! And that is saying a lot. This is an easy 5-7 minute walk from our condo. Grab yourself a latte or try one of their house specialties - my favorite is the Gibralter. They also have a pretty delicious Beecher's (cheese) and bacon scone.
26 locals recommend
Caffe Ladro - Lower Queen Anne
600 Queen Anne Ave NMy most favorite coffee in Seattle! And that is saying a lot. This is an easy 5-7 minute walk from our condo. Grab yourself a latte or try one of their house specialties - my favorite is the Gibralter. They also have a pretty delicious Beecher's (cheese) and bacon scone.
Uptown Espresso is another great local coffee joint. The scene of my husband and I's first date :) So it will obviously always hold a special place in my heart. Plus I love their lattes.
83 locals recommend
Uptown Espresso
3845 Delridge Way SWUptown Espresso is another great local coffee joint. The scene of my husband and I's first date :) So it will obviously always hold a special place in my heart. Plus I love their lattes.
I haven't gotten a chance to try Toulouse Petit yet but there has to be something pretty amazing going on when there's always a line for brunch. New Orleans and cajun creole cuisine.
177 locals recommend
Toulouse Petit
601 Queen Anne Ave NI haven't gotten a chance to try Toulouse Petit yet but there has to be something pretty amazing going on when there's always a line for brunch. New Orleans and cajun creole cuisine.
Casual joint with amazing Thai food! Another restaurant that has stood the test of time, I remember eating here at least 17 years ago and still eat there now. KID FRIENDLY - if you're kids eat Thai :)
14 locals recommend
Tup Tim Thai
118 W Mercer StCasual joint with amazing Thai food! Another restaurant that has stood the test of time, I remember eating here at least 17 years ago and still eat there now. KID FRIENDLY - if you're kids eat Thai :)
Drinks & Nightlife
Navy Strength
2505 2nd AveSuper fun tiki bar just voted America's best new cocktail bar.
Sightseeing
You cannot come to Seattle without visiting the iconic Pike Place Market. Surest way for people to know you're a tourist? Call it Pike's Place Market. No self respecting Seattlite would ever make that mistake. You gotta go watch the guys throw the fish, of course. And treat yourself to a giant bouquet of flowers. Insider's tip: I go for the the hum bao at Mee Sum Pastry, the gyros at Mr. D's Greek Delicacies, and the macarons at Le Panier.
2310 locals recommend
Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveYou cannot come to Seattle without visiting the iconic Pike Place Market. Surest way for people to know you're a tourist? Call it Pike's Place Market. No self respecting Seattlite would ever make that mistake. You gotta go watch the guys throw the fish, of course. And treat yourself to a giant bouquet of flowers. Insider's tip: I go for the the hum bao at Mee Sum Pastry, the gyros at Mr. D's Greek Delicacies, and the macarons at Le Panier.
This waterfront venue offers indoor and outdoor space alongside impressive sculpture. Treat yourself to spectacular views of Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, and gorgeous sunsets! Best of all it's always free.
653 locals recommend
Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western AveThis waterfront venue offers indoor and outdoor space alongside impressive sculpture. Treat yourself to spectacular views of Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, and gorgeous sunsets! Best of all it's always free.
I'm feeling like this needs no introduction. You're super close to it, go see it!
1748 locals recommend
Space Needle
400 Broad StI'm feeling like this needs no introduction. You're super close to it, go see it!
The Seattle Great Wheel
1301 Alaskan WayAmazing views! Not for those scared of heights :)
Parks & Nature
You won't regret a visit to this small park, and you'll immediately recognize the view .
881 locals recommend
Kerry Park
211 W Highland DrYou won't regret a visit to this small park, and you'll immediately recognize the view .
Arts & Culture
Formerly known as EMP, this is not your ordinary museum. Check the website to find out what the latest exhibits are.
674 locals recommend
Museum of Pop Culture
325 5th Ave NFormerly known as EMP, this is not your ordinary museum. Check the website to find out what the latest exhibits are.
Entertainment & Activities
The Seattle Center is where the Space Needle is located and there are always a million things going on there. Check the website for the latest activities.
38 locals recommend
Seattle center station
370 Thomas StThe Seattle Center is where the Space Needle is located and there are always a million things going on there. Check the website for the latest activities.
The Seattle Children's Museum is located at the Seattle Center on the basement level of the Armory Building. Great way to see some of the Seattle Center and Space Needle and a great way to spend the day if it's raining. The Armory Building also houses a food court.
51 locals recommend
Seattle Children's Theatre
201 Thomas StThe Seattle Children's Museum is located at the Seattle Center on the basement level of the Armory Building. Great way to see some of the Seattle Center and Space Needle and a great way to spend the day if it's raining. The Armory Building also houses a food court.
So much to do at the Pacific Science Center! Great for all ages who are interested in science but has some special exhibits specifically for children. Definitely a place we take our kids regularly (ages 6&8). Also houses an Imax theater and laser dome - I spent many a high school Saturday night at the laser show. So cool!
271 locals recommend
Pacific Science Center
200 2nd Ave NSo much to do at the Pacific Science Center! Great for all ages who are interested in science but has some special exhibits specifically for children. Definitely a place we take our kids regularly (ages 6&8). Also houses an Imax theater and laser dome - I spent many a high school Saturday night at the laser show. So cool!
Shopping
I don't even know how to describe this place. Lot's of weird "curiosities" and fun stuff to buy. If you're already down on the waterfront you gotta check out the Ye Olde Curiosity Shop.
35 locals recommend
Ye Olde Curiosity Shop
1001 Alaskan WayI don't even know how to describe this place. Lot's of weird "curiosities" and fun stuff to buy. If you're already down on the waterfront you gotta check out the Ye Olde Curiosity Shop.