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Favorite Activities and Places in Seattle
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items When I have a day off as a surgery resident I try to make the most of it! Whether it is visiting local parks/playgrounds with my toddler or having a nice meal, Seattle has so much to explore and enjoy!
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Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
This is one of the best beaches in Seattle! Beautiful views and a trail to walk along. I love visiting here with family or friends and spending time here.
Golden Gardens Park
Such a beautiful park! It's a drive to get to Magnolia but well worth it! There are many trails to spend time on and it's a beautiful neighborhood to explore when you are done.
Discovery Park
I love this playground for my toddler, and the views of Downtown Seattle can't be beat! Magnolia is such a beautiful neighborhood to visit and spend time in.
Ella Bailey Park
The views from Kerry Park are awesome! I take family and friends here when they visit Seattle.
Kerry Park
You can walk along Magnolia Blvd to get gorgeous views of the water and of Downtown Seattle! It's one of my favorite walks in the city.
Magnolia Boulevard - Parks
Restaurants
My favorite Italian restaurant in Seattle! I've loved every dish I have tried and their seasonal specials menu is always amazing. 10/10 recommend!
Ristorante Picolinos
One of my favorite restaurants in Seattle, located in Queen Anne. The food is delicious, the ambiance is great, and the cocktails are also creative. Checks all the boxes!
Grappa
A Seattle iconic sushi restaurant. Sit at the chef's table if you can and do the omakase course, well worth it!
Sushi Kashiba
Other Food & Drinks
I love sweet treats and stumbled upon Sweet Side when I was looking for a birthday cake. So delicious! Highly recommend giving them a visit and supporting a local small business.
The SweetSide
My favorite ice cream (gelato) shop in Seattle! Visit this location in Magnolia and then spend some time walking around the downtown area as you enjoy the dessert! They have great flavors and they change seasonally. I've not been disappointed with an...
Nutty Squirrel Gelato
When I lived in the Magnolia neighborhood this was my go-to spot for a sandwich or takeout. They make their food taste like it's a home-cooked meal every time. They have really nice customer service and you can tell it's a genuine passion for them. S...
Americano
Really convenient location and great coffee! I come here often to study or work on my laptop. The food is great as well if you are looking for a meal and not just coffee.
Mr West Cafe Bar
My favorite donuts in Seattle! Really delicious!
Top Pot Doughnuts
Fresh seafood and beautiful area to walk around! I loved getting to see all the boats on the water.
Fishermen's Terminal
Arts & Entertainment
My husband and son LOVE going to the children's museum! They have so much fun together and it's a great activity rain or shine. Highly recommend!
Imagine Children's Museum
I'm Armenian, and I love that there is a vibrant Armenian population in Seattle! There is an annual Armenian festival each September. Great food, lots of vendors for traditional Armenian pastries, coffee, and other local small businesses. They put on...
Armenian Festival of Seattle
My little one loves the zoo and there are such nice areas to walk through and spend time. They have seasonal activities and nighttime light shows in the winter. Very worth going to and exploring! Can spend a whole day here.
Woodland Park Zoo
Local Favorites
Highly recommend Fig Salon and the new second location called Oak Salon! Heather is the owner and really wonderful. I've been going to her for a few years now for my hair and she is so great at her craft. High quality hair cutting, coloring, and styl...
Fig Salon