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Space Needle and Seattle Skyline Table of Contents Space Needle Observatory Pros Space Needle Observatory Cons Space Needle Observatory Pricing Columbia Center Skyview Observatory Pros Columbia Center Skyview Observatory Cons Smith Tower Observatory Pros Smith Tower Observatory Cons Written by Mark Dahl |  updated August 21 2025 Visiting Seattle and wondering which observation deck you…

  Tours Northwest offers friendly and knowledgeable guided tours of Seattle and nearby destinations that cater to just about any travel objective. Our scenic, expertly narrated public tours cover quintessential Seattle as well as incredible natural areas like Mt. Rainier National Park and Snoqualmie Falls, and our private tours can take you just about anywhere….

TL;DR No car? No worries! There are several alternative transportation options when visiting Seattle, including the Link Light Rail, county bus, the country’s second oldest monorail, Washington State ferry, e-scooter and e-bike, and good old walking. There’s even an option to get to trailheads if you’re a hiker. This guide reviews each option in greater…

Washington’s world-famous Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is an annual event that takes place the entire month of April in Washington state’s Skagit Valley. Millions of blooming tulips grace the pastoral valley farmlands, creating breathtaking blocks of vivid color and drawing visitors from around the world. On a clear day you can see both the Olympic…

Updated 6/5/26 Seattle is one of 11 US Host Cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Seattle will host a total of 6 games, including 4 group-stage matches and 2 knockout-stage matches. One of the group-stage matches will feature the U.S. Men’s National Team. Seattle will host the six FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches at…

The Best Seattle Tours Let’s get the shameless self-promotion out of the way first – if you’re looking for a great overview of Seattle’s most famous sights and fascinating neighborhoods from the comfort of a tour bus (so you don’t have to navigate our traffic or public transit), our City Tour is perfect for you. …

THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN SEATTLE IF YOU ONLY HAVE A SINGLE DAY If you only have one day in Seattle, you can still experience many of the city’s most iconic attractions—including Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, the waterfront, and historic neighborhoods. This itinerary shows you how to make the most of your…