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Seattle Tourist Spots *actually* Worth Visiting
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Leslie Smith
As a Seattle native and lifelong Washington girlie these are the places you should actually be putting on your vacation itinerary! While some places you’ll find on your usual map, others are the hidden gems everyone is always searching for!
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An OG iconic spot with a deep history attached
The Gum Wall
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Visit the best year round market
Pike Place Market
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A favorite place of mine since I was a kid! I highly recommend, especially if you are a fan of Jimi Hendrix
Museum of Pop Culture
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I love Seattle dogs! Definitely worth getting one while you’re here!
Where to Get the Best Seattle Hot Dogs Outside T-Mobile Park
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A classic Seattle spot! Visit the OG troll under the Fremont bridge
The Fremont Troll
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Concerts every summer at Woodland Park Zoo!
Zootunes - Woodland Park Zoo
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A silly store to get your fun souvenirs or just look around!
Archie McPhee
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So beautiful! Although I wouldn’t recommend this for younger kids (<10yrs) because some of the glass art is not behind any barriers and can be a little anxiety producing. Also can be bought as a package with the space needle using the city pass discount
Chihuly Garden and Glass
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Calling all MLB lovers! Check out our wonderful stadium! (Many Seattlelites still call it Safeco field)
Tours of T-Mobile Park | Ballpark Tours | Seattle Mariners
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Cool museum for the right type of people UW students get in free!
Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture
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21+

A place for the adults to get away!
 
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Okay, so not actually in Seattle. lovely tasting wine and great experiences! They also have incredible summer concerts! Kids/people under 21 are allowed to be in certain areas!
Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery Woodinville, Washington
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I love doing paint and sips! Highly recommend checking out Stir Up the Paint which offers paint and sips around the Puget sound
Paint & Sip at Tapster
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Beautiful views and excellent drinks
Smith Tower Observatory & Bar
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My favorite place to go for congee NOTE: CASH ONLY ESTABLISHMENT
Mike's Noodle House
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Food truck & location at Burke Museum/UW Seattle’s First Native American owned cafe & food truck
Off the Rez
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