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Seattle
Sometimes referred to as the Emerald
City, Seattle boasts one of the most
beautiful and recognisable skylines in the
world, the centrepiece is without a doubt
the iconic Space Needle, which was built
in 1962. Standing 605 feet tall and with a
138 foot flying saucer-shaped halo, the
Space Needle houses a world famous
restaurant called Sky City, where foodies
can dine in luxury as the halo gently
rotates 360 degrees.
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Seattle Highlights
• Space Needle: get a bird’s eye from of the city from the
observation deck or Sky City Restaurant.
• Chihuly Gardens & Glass: Artist Dale Chihuly, a native of the area
and a renowned glass artist. Visit his largest exhibition in the USA
located at the base of the Space Needle.
• Pike Place Market: One of the oldest operated farmers market in
the USA. Witness the fishmongers throwing some of their largest
catch between them for market!
• Olympic Sculpture Park: Spread over 9 acres and incorporates a
beach along with an outdoor sculpture museum.
• Mount Rainer and Olympic National Park: Seattle is the gateway
city to both of these National Parks even with limited time, it’s
possible to do a day trip.
Seattle City Pass
• Space Needle - Visit the Needle for spectacular
views twice within 24 hours – once during the
day, once at night...
• Seattle Aquarium - Discover playful sea otters, graceful octopuses,
luminous moon jellies and more. Be amazed by Window on
Washington Waters, a 120,000-gallon exhibit with daily dive shows.
• Argosy Cruises Harbour Cruise - Learn about Seattle on this
entertaining one hour live narrated sightseeing cruise of Elliott Bay
and the Seattle Harbour.
• Choice of Museum of Pop Culture - Experience the power of pop
culture in MoPOP's colourful Frank Gehry-designed building! Explore
some of the most significant moments in rock music, OR Woodland
Park Zoo - Discover the world of gorillas, elephants, lions, birds and
more at a top award-winning zoo.
• Choice of Chihuly Garden and Glass - Immerse yourself in a world
where curiosity, creativity and colour come to life. Visit the Galleries,
ever-changing Garden and signature Glasshouse, where you’ll be
inspired by artist Dale Chihuly’s innovation and passion OR Pacific
Science Centre- Explore hundreds of interactive exhibits for guests
of all ages.
Prices from £84/€95 adult and £68/€77 child
Explore the city
Day 1: First stop on your itinerary this morning should be to the
Space Needle, this structure is one of Seattle most iconic landmarks
followed by a visit to Chihuly Gardens and Glass which is located
right at the base. This should take up most of your morning, then
stroll down to Olympic Sculpture Park. If you are getting hungry
then make Pike Place Market your next destination. The Market has a
lively vibe and you will find lots to choose from an array of fresh
product stands, craft stalls, shops and restaurants. You should try
and fit in time for a visit to the Seattle Art Museum in the afternoon
or the Museum of Pop Culture
Day 2: The future of Flight Aviation Centre is both an aviation
Museum and the starting point of the Boeing Tour. It is a massive
display of static and interactive exhibitions. The Boeing Tour is
located from within the museum and it is the only way that the
public can openly tour a commercial jet assembly plant in all of
North America. Definitely worth a visit! In the afternoon, a visit to
Bellevue Botanical Gardens spread over 53 acres of cultivated
gardens offering an oasis of beauty and serenity.
Day 3: Stroll through Pike Place Market and watch those Fish Fly!
Sample the food fare of the many food stalls located there and shop
from local craft vendors. In the afternoon, consider a seaplane tour
which lets you admire the whole of Seattle from a bird’s eye
perspective. Soar over downtown Seattle, Puget Sound and Lake
Washington on a scenic 20 minute flight. Then take a stroll down to
Waterfront Park from Pier 57 to 59 and enjoy its spectacular views.
Day 4: Enjoy a full day of wine tasting located just outside Seattle at
two of Woodinville’s award winning wineries. Stop off at Snoqualmie
Falls, a revered Native American icon and popular scenic destination.
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