As a Seattle local, these are the places I’ve visited & loved & would 100% recommend visiting if you’re in town
Some of these places i’ve only been to once, and some I frequent regularly. I’ve tried to put less touristy places but I couldn’t ...
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Shopping
Arts & Entertainment
Cafe
Outdoor Activities
super cool looking park with lots of grassy hill areas (great for a picnic) right on the water, with a beautiful view of the space needle and the sky
Gas Works Park
people always ask me where I get all my rings from - it’s here!! such a fun activity to do with friends or for a date
Fremont Sunday Street Market
this is such a cute little market to stop by when you’re in Capitol Hill! it’s right in the middle of a bunch of great spots
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duh! of course this made the list!! such a fun place to go explore and hang out with friends, shop, go on a date, or get some food
Pike Place Market
Restaurants
nicest staff ever and these noodles are so chewy and yummy, allll of the appetizers are good, i especially liked the popcorn chicken
Biang Biang Noodles
this is in North Seattle. it’s one of my favorite pizza spots because the garlic knots are literally unbeatable. there’s no where that does them better. i usually order a calzone. they’re MASSIVE and soooo good
Modena Pizza & Pasta
this is such a great little coffee place and i love going here because they serve redbulls too!! they have a bunch of different flavors, strong coffee, and really nice staff
Rooster's Espresso, Inc.
Shopping
such a cute and gorgeous store. it’s always so fun to look at all their home decor and dishwear, and they often have sonny angels and smiskis
Retrofit Home
such a lovely book store. they have lots of local artwork for sale, the books are very well organized, and the staff is very kind
Arundel Books
Arts & Entertainment
this is such a fun and unique activity. You can make candles, air sprays, or reed diffusers. Such a cool date idea or fun experience with friends.
Elm Candle Bar
this is such a cute little market to stop by when you’re in Capitol Hill! it’s right in the middle of a bunch of great spots
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Cafe
I think there’s 2 locations, but whichever you go to, TRY THE BLUEBERRY MATCHA !!! it literally altered my brain chemistry. it’s the best drink i’ve ever had. bonus points for cute cups
Anchorhead Coffee
kind of niche but this is a great spot because they have it ALL: redbull, lotus, espresso, matcha, chai, cannolis, AND NYC bagels
Kelly Cannoli
guys this is my fav cafe to get bagels ever. their loaded bagels have this olive oil with garlic that is SO amazing and addicting. I think it’s a really great price too. i’ve never shown up to this place and found it empty, but the baristas are alway...