It doesn't always rain in Seattle, but it does rain a lot. Here are some great things to do in Seattle on a rainy day!
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Explore exhibits dedicated to music, pop culture, and science fiction.
Museum of Pop Culture
Discover marine life and sea creatures while staying dry indoors.
Seattle Aquarium
Appreciate art collections and rotating exhibitions. First Thursday of every month is free!
SAM - Seattle Art Museum, Seattle Asian Art Museum ...
Engage in interactive science exhibits and catch an IMAX movie. Don't miss the Butterfly House!
Pacific Science Center
Allow yourself at least 2 hours to admire the stunning glass art created by Dale Chihuly. Also stunning at night!
Chihuly Garden and Glass
Visit artisan shops, craft stalls, and enjoy local food vendors indoors. Plenty of room indoors to miss the rain!
Pike Place Market
Best independent bookstore in the city! Plan to spend hours just browsing.
Elliott Bay Book Company
Explore the animal exhibits and learn about wildlife conservation. Lots of indoor exhibits to avoid the rain and the Zoomazium is great for little ones.
Woodland Park Zoo
Browse books, enjoy architectural wonders, and attend events.
Seattle Public Library - Central Library
Play vintage pinball machines and arcade games.
Seattle Pinball Museum
Great way to burn off some energy on a rainy day. Plus the food and drink is good!
Laser Tag at Arena Sports Mill Creek
Loud but good food and a good way to spend an afternoon indoors.
GameWorks Seattle
Discover the history of aviation and space exploration.
The Museum of Flight
Seattle Bouldering Project is the biggest gym in the area and they have beginner classes. They also shoes and climbing equipment to rent.
Seattle Bouldering Project
Visit this large shopping mall for retail therapy. Also a movie theater and tons of restaurants nearby.
Westfield Southcenter
Such a fun experience! Plus they take videos and pictures of your flight (which you can buy for an extra charge).
iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Seattle
Take in panoramic city views from Columbia Center's observatory.
Sky View Observatory & Bar | Downtown Seattle
Rainy days are great for seeing a movie. The SIFF plays a lot of indie fare but the big blockbusters on a huge screen,
SIFF Cinema Downtown
Burn off some rainy day energy at Defy!
DEFY Seattle
Grab a coffee at the KEXP studios and listen to some great music while you watch the rain.
