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Winter Water Adventures

All aboard for these boating tours and rentals that show off some of Seattle’s best assets—in any season.

Wine Tasting on Wheels

Tour Woodinville with companies who offer much more than just reliable transportation to Washington’s densest wine region.

**Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience** Amy Vaughn

In With the New

Whether you're a fine art enthusiast or a history buff, February is the perfect time to visit Seattle's top museums.

Metropolitan Mindfulness

Find sanctuary in an urban setting with soothing music, weightless meditation, and more Seattle ways to relax and recharge.

Cozy Comforts

Stay warm while exploring Seattle this winter with toasty activities, steamy drinks, sweet treats, and more.

Wintergreen

Dubbed the Emerald City, Seattle offers plenty of lush, plant-filled spaces, including local shops to sprawling conservatories.

Brunch for the Bunch

Gather the family for the most important—and most fun—meal of the day. Gooey cinnamon rolls, egg-stuffed burritos, and Nutella French toast await at these Seattle restaurants.

**Enchant Christmas** Courtesy Enchant Christmas

Holiday Happenings

When you want dazzling performances, artisan marketplaces, and twinkling winter light displays, celebrate the season with the city's standout winter events.

**Margo Price at Tractor Tavern** Photo Amy Vaughn

Sonic Seattle

Explore these historic venues, notable record shops, and storied radio stations, plus learn inside tips from local DJ Morgan.

**Vegetarian Platter from Meskel** Photo Jessica Huang/SagaCity Media

World of Flavor

You don't have to travel the planet to get a taste of international cuisines—you just have to dine at enough of Seattle's restaurants. Eat your way around the globe with these diverse dining options.

Hands on the Merchandise

Whether your kids are toddlers or teens, these activities and museums will engage their senses with interactive exhibits, touch tanks, and play spaces.

Coffee O'Clock

In Seattle, there is a delicious bounty of caffeinated beverages sold at all hours. Fill your itinerary with these unique cafe experiences, from your first cup of joe to a coffee-spiked nightcap.

**"The Design of Dissent" at Non-Breaking Space** Courtesy Civilization

Indie Arts Crawl

Seattle's sprawling art scene includes unique studio art displays, intricately designed home decor, tucked-away book stores, and more.

Photo by Charity Burggraaf / Styling by Nelle Clark

Pike Place Picnic Party

Add these Pike Place Market finds to your picnic short list for tastes of fresh berries, rich chocolate, and sweet and savory baked goods.

Island Hopping

Slow to island time in these charming shoreline communities, all perfect for a day trip or weekend stay and all easily accessible from Seattle.

**South Lake Union Block Party** Courtesy South Lake Union Block Party

Street Fairs

Whether you're looking for live music, food truck bites, or arts and crafts, you can enjoy the treats and wares of Seattle's vendors at these seasonal markets.

Art in Focus

Get your fill of local artists and creatives (and sunny spring weather) with these public art displays, spanning Seattle Center to Capitol Hill.

Latte Art

What better place to sip a foamy masterpiece than in the city that originated latte art? From the famed rosette design to cute animals, here's where to grab your next Insta-worthy cup.

Veggin’ Out

Eating your greens has never tasted so good. Seattle’s meatless dining options span from fine-dining to fast-casual eateries.

Comedy Central

Looking to laugh your way through Seattle? From improv happy hours to full-set performances, these comedy clubs keep the laughs coming until the final bow.

**Artists at Play playground at Seattle Center** Stuart Mullenberg/SagaCity Media

Inside Out

Whether spring has sprung or is just springing a leak, Seattle offers plenty of fun for families. Here's where to find it.

Pies and Pints

Pizza and beer is a match made in heaven. From traditional to artesian, find out where to snag those perfect slice-and-pint pairings across Seattle.

**School of Acrobatics and New Circus Arts** Courtesy SANCA

Creative Family

Excite your teen with activities and classes perfect for aspiring musicians, writers, and acrobats.

Have It Your Way

Seattle's sprawling food scene offers flavorful dishes for your every craving, be it street food bites or elegant, upscale entrées. Find the best spots to keep it casual or go big.

**Neumos** Stuart Mullenberg/Sagacity Media

Sound Stages

Catch a concert and jam out at these classic Seattle venues.

Northwest Comfort

Sometimes you just need your fill of hearty, homestyle food. Snag some chicken-fried or carb-filled comfort from the city's top dining destinations.

Highest Heights

How tall are they? Glimpse a striking Seattle panorama from these lofty perches.

Photography by Cody Ulrich / Styling by Lauren Day

Wish You Were Here

Tout your Seattle pride with these take-home mementos from local icons.

Cozy Cafes

It's no secret that Seattle is a city that knows its coffee. Find your new favorite place to sip the local scene with these picturesque boardwalk cafes and bustling downtown coffee shops.

**The Space Needle's renovated outdoor observation deck.**Photo Courtesy: Space Needle

The New Needle

In summer 2018, this iconic attraction got a face lift: from a rotating glass floor to all new eateries, here's what you need to know about the reimagined Space Needle.

Courtesy Jason Tang/Seattle Theatre Group

Where the Music Happens

With timeless concert halls and avant-garde venues, Seattle has great sound in its genes.

Boozy Brunch

From eggs Benedict with Dungeness crab to classic shrimp and grits reimagined with a Chinese twist, Seattle’s morning menus are as inspired as they are delicious.

Into the Wild

Our urban parks are botanical wonderlands that play host to an array of flora and fauna. That means you can embrace Seattle’s natural beauty without ever having to leave the city.

**Seattle Central Library** Photo Melissa Kaseman

Lit City

Celebrate Seattle’s official designation as a City of Literature by diving into its thriving literary scene.

Still Sleepless

Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan captivated audiences in this 1993 rom-com, and love has never been the same. Embrace the ’90s nostalgia at these iconic Sleepless in Seattle spots.

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Winter Water Adventures

All aboard for these boating tours and rentals that show off some of Seattle’s best assets—in any season.

Wine Tasting on Wheels

Tour Woodinville with companies who offer much more than just reliable transportation to Washington’s densest wine region.

In With the New

Whether you're a fine art enthusiast or a history buff, February is the perfect time to visit Seattle's top museums.

Metropolitan Mindfulness

Find sanctuary in an urban setting with soothing music, weightless meditation, and more Seattle ways to relax and recharge.

Cozy Comforts

Stay warm while exploring Seattle this winter with toasty activities, steamy drinks, sweet treats, and more.

Wintergreen

Dubbed the Emerald City, Seattle offers plenty of lush, plant-filled spaces, including local shops to sprawling conservatories.

Brunch for the Bunch

Gather the family for the most important—and most fun—meal of the day. Gooey cinnamon rolls, egg-stuffed burritos, and Nutella French toast await at these Seattle restaurants.

Holiday Happenings

When you want dazzling performances, artisan marketplaces, and twinkling winter light displays, celebrate the season with the city's standout winter events.

Sonic Seattle

Explore these historic venues, notable record shops, and storied radio stations, plus learn inside tips from local DJ Morgan.

Hands on the Merchandise

Whether your kids are toddlers or teens, these activities and museums will engage their senses with interactive exhibits, touch tanks, and play spaces.

Coffee O'Clock

In Seattle, there is a delicious bounty of caffeinated beverages sold at all hours. Fill your itinerary with these unique cafe experiences, from your first cup of joe to a coffee-spiked nightcap.

Indie Arts Crawl

Seattle's sprawling art scene includes unique studio art displays, intricately designed home decor, tucked-away book stores, and more.

Pike Place Picnic Party

Add these Pike Place Market finds to your picnic short list for tastes of fresh berries, rich chocolate, and sweet and savory baked goods.

Island Hopping

Slow to island time in these charming shoreline communities, all perfect for a day trip or weekend stay and all easily accessible from Seattle.

Street Fairs

Whether you're looking for live music, food truck bites, or arts and crafts, you can enjoy the treats and wares of Seattle's vendors at these seasonal markets.

Art in Focus

Get your fill of local artists and creatives (and sunny spring weather) with these public art displays, spanning Seattle Center to Capitol Hill.

Latte Art

What better place to sip a foamy masterpiece than in the city that originated latte art? From the famed rosette design to cute animals, here's where to grab your next Insta-worthy cup.

Veggin’ Out

Eating your greens has never tasted so good. Seattle’s meatless dining options span from fine-dining to fast-casual eateries.

Comedy Central

Looking to laugh your way through Seattle? From improv happy hours to full-set performances, these comedy clubs keep the laughs coming until the final bow.

Inside Out

Whether spring has sprung or is just springing a leak, Seattle offers plenty of fun for families. Here's where to find it.

Pies and Pints

Pizza and beer is a match made in heaven. From traditional to artesian, find out where to snag those perfect slice-and-pint pairings across Seattle.

Creative Family

Excite your teen with activities and classes perfect for aspiring musicians, writers, and acrobats.

Have It Your Way

Seattle's sprawling food scene offers flavorful dishes for your every craving, be it street food bites or elegant, upscale entrées. Find the best spots to keep it casual or go big.

Sound Stages

Catch a concert and jam out at these classic Seattle venues.

Northwest Comfort

Sometimes you just need your fill of hearty, homestyle food. Snag some chicken-fried or carb-filled comfort from the city's top dining destinations.

Highest Heights

How tall are they? Glimpse a striking Seattle panorama from these lofty perches.

Wish You Were Here

Tout your Seattle pride with these take-home mementos from local icons.

Cozy Cafes

It's no secret that Seattle is a city that knows its coffee. Find your new favorite place to sip the local scene with these picturesque boardwalk cafes and bustling downtown coffee shops.

The New Needle

In summer 2018, this iconic attraction got a face lift: from a rotating glass floor to all new eateries, here's what you need to know about the reimagined Space Needle.

Where the Music Happens

With timeless concert halls and avant-garde venues, Seattle has great sound in its genes.

Boozy Brunch

From eggs Benedict with Dungeness crab to classic shrimp and grits reimagined with a Chinese twist, Seattle’s morning menus are as inspired as they are delicious.

Into the Wild

Our urban parks are botanical wonderlands that play host to an array of flora and fauna. That means you can embrace Seattle’s natural beauty without ever having to leave the city.

Lit City

Celebrate Seattle’s official designation as a City of Literature by diving into its thriving literary scene.

Still Sleepless

Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan captivated audiences in this 1993 rom-com, and love has never been the same. Embrace the ’90s nostalgia at these iconic Sleepless in Seattle spots.

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Seattle Ambassadors

Angela Shen

Amid a global pandemic, founder and CEO of award-winning Savor Seattle Food Tours Angela Shen has adapted her business to support its community.

More Seattle Ambassadors

Seattle is a vibrant, urban city with an abundance of things to do. But you don’t have to take our word for it. Read on to hear what some of our friends have to say about the city we all love.

Angela Shen

Amid a global pandemic, founder and CEO of award-winning Savor Seattle Food Tours Angela Shen has adapted her business to support its community.

More Seattle Ambassadors

Seattle is a vibrant, urban city with an abundance of things to do. But you don’t have to take our word for it. Read on to hear what some of our friends have to say about the city we all love.

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