I recently partnered with Visit Seattle and Hilton Hotels on a trip out west to the Emerald City. I was pleasantly made aware just how seriously Seattle is taking the spread of coronavirus and I felt completely comfortable and safe visiting art museums and all of the tourist attractions while I was there.
Purchasing the City Pass is the best way to save BIG on ALL of the best attractions. I was able to see all of the following attractions with my City Pass:
The undisputed icon of Seattle, the Space Needle soars 605 feet in the air. Take the 43-second elevator ride to the outdoor observation deck, where you’ll be at the perfect vantage point to plan where to go next.
Seattle Aquarium & Woodland Park Zoo
Appropriately located on the waterfront, the Seattle Aquarium offers plenty of underwater exploration. In the Window on Washington Waters exhibit, spot native Puget Sound marine life such as salmon and sea anemones. Divers put on three shows daily to talk to aquarium visitors from underwater. Elsewhere, admire jellies, try to find the giant Pacific octopus, and feel a bumpy sea star.
This is one of the most interesting museums I’ve ever visited. The museum is dedicated to a lot of musicians who were born in Seattle. There are so many fantastic exhibits to get your eyes full! offer timed ticketing and plan-ahead pricing, so you can make the best ticket purchase to fit your budget and schedule.
Chihuly Garden and Glass is an exhibit in the Seattle Center directly next to the Space Needle, showcasing the studio glass of Dale Chihuly. It opened in May 2012 at the former site of the defunct Fun Forest amusement park.
Take in amazing views of the Seattle skyline, Elliott Bay waterfront, the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, shipping terminals, and historic neighborhoods.
Discover interesting facts about waterfront piers, Seattle’s maritime history and Space Needle from the expert narration offered on the cruise.
Catch a glimpse of container ships and The Washington State ferry fleet — the largest in the U.S.
Check the museum’s updates before you go by visiting www.visitseattle.org/reopening-museums. Most museum tickets can be purchased online ahead of time. You can use your phone to show your QR code or digital ticket upon arrival. Masks over both your nose and mouth are required for all indoor attractions.
Experience Seattle’s Great Wheel
This is one of the largest ferris wheels in North America! It’s 175 feet tall and has 42 climate controlled gondolas with breathtaking views of the city.
Explore The Outdoors
Located on the iconic Seattle waterfront, Pike Place is open 363 days a year and encompasses a nine-acre Market Historic District overlooking Elliott Bay. A popular spot for tourists and locals alike, while there are plenty of fresh produce stalls, including permanent stands filled with local fruits and vegetables year-round, the market is also home to a number of fish markets, butchers, flower shops, bakeries, dairy and specialty vendors, and a wide range of restaurants.
One of the best ways to experience Mount Rainier National Park is from a hiking trail and there are so many to choose from! A few of the best hikes in Mount Rainier National Park are short—yet still providing breathtaking views. And for those who have more endurance and crave longer hikes, there are many options. This is truly a park for everyone. While I was there, I was able to able to see a bear! Check out my Instagram stories for all the excitement!
Sunset Sailing on Puget Sound
You can see Seattle’s “Must See Landmarks” from the water on an actual sail boat with Sailing Seattle! Imagine sharing your favorite bottle of wine with a few friends & watching the sunset behind the Olympic Mountains while a skilled crew navigates the local waters. Lean back and soak in the breathtaking views of: Puget Sound, Mount Raninier, Seattle’s Great Wheel and more! 1.5 hour day sails are only $39! While a 2 Hour Sunset Sail is only $59! This was certainly one of the highlights of my trip!
Fly Fishing The Yakima River
The Yakima River is a tributary of the Columbia River in south central and eastern Washington state, named for the indigenous Yakama people. The length of the river from headwaters to mouth is 214 miles, with an average drop of 9.85 feet per mile. It is the longest river entirely in Washington state.The Yakima River offers the best stream trout fishing in Washington, and honestly that’s not really up for debate. … The river is a tailwater, too, which means it’s productive for trout all year. In fact, the Yakima River was an easy choice for our run-down of the best fly fishing rivers in Washington.
Intimate, unhurried, and accessible, Woodinville is where wine lovers from around the globe gather to taste Washington’s legends and discover new favorites. With over 130 wineries from across the state, Woodinville is the beating heart of Washington wine. It’s where legendary producers and new upstarts trade tips while lending each other a hand in the cellar. It’s where wine staff and visitors from around the globe gather to eat and laugh and drink together. It’s not about the ritz or the glitz—although it boasts more 90+ rated vintages than any wine region in the world—it’s about what wine can be when we strip away the pretense and drink it all in. A trip to Woodinville is about finding your new favorite wines.
I partnered with Hilton Hotels during my entire stay in Seattle. I stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn Seattle Downtown the first night I was in town. This hotel is centrally located to so many amazing shops and food! Very close to the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, T Mobile Park, Lumen Field and Climate Pledge Arena. It’s a breeze to get around on the Seattle Light Rail. The WA State Convention Center, Amazon Campus, and Seattle Hospitals are also nearby. If you’re heading on a cruise, this hotel is very convenient base for Piers 66 and 91.
After the first night, I popped over to Hilton Bellvue. This hotel is in the heart of the Bellevue business district and only a mile of Bellevue Botanical Garden and Downtown Park, with easy access to downtown Seattle, 10 miles away.
The last few nights of my tour of Seattle, I made the Embassy Suites Pioneer Square my home away from home. Embassy Suites Pioneer Square is a proud Hotel Partner of the Seattle Seahawks and is only steps from Lumen Field. Union Station is a block east for easy access to attractions like the Space Needle and Pike Place. The health club features a heated indoor pool, sun deck, cardio and weight equipment. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat free breakfast and a complimentary evening reception.
All of these hotels are phenomenal and I would highly recommend staying at any one of them or all of them if you can.
{Thank-you to Visit Seattle & Hilton Hotels For Partnering On This Trip!}
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