If you are visiting Seattle this summer, then try to make the most of your trip and plan ahead as much as possible, so your vacation will be one to remember. Doing some research beforehand can ensure you have an unforgettable time and find experiences and adventure for everyone. Below are some ways you can spend your time on your trip to Seattle.
Space Needle
An iconic attraction in Seattle, the Space Needle is recognizable across the world and is a key landmark of the city. With an observation deck that offers views of Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, the Olympic and Cascade Mountains and downtown Seattle, this is the perfect spot to capture some photos of your trip. The structure is 605 ft high, and a trip to the top only takes 41 seconds, so is most definitely an experience that shouldn’t be missed.
Museum Of Flight
The museum of flight offers an insight into the history of flight and space. It boasts a pretty impressive collection, in fact, it is the largest private air and space museum in the world. The museum includes exhibits such as a model of Amelia Earhart’s plane that she was famously flying before her disappearance, and further a Concorde, a flight service that only flew for a short number of years.
Escape Room
If you want to take a break with your friends or family and try something new, then you may want to consider visiting an escape room at Ninja Escape to put your mind to the test. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon challenging your mind and getting involved as a group in cracking the code, and a welcome addition to any trip away. Depending on the size of your group, you could even split into two to see who can beat the clock in the fastest time.
Lake Washington
Lake Washington surrounds the Seattle area and provides some fantastic fishing opportunities as well as stunning views. Take some time out of sight-seeing and unwind with an afternoon of fishing. Puget Sound can be another addition for your nature bucket list, offering stunning views as it sits along the North – Western coast of the state. The estuary can offer a change of scenery and can be the perfect spot for whale watching. If you have the time, you could spend a few nights in a cozy retreat and feel more at home with nature.
Mount Rainier
Slightly off the beaten track, but worth incorporating into your trip if you have the time is a drive to Mount Rainier National Park. It’ll take just under two hours but can provide a perfect adventure that may comprise of a day trip or a night away. Ensuring you make the most of your visit to Seattle may mean taking some time out of your day to travel to the mountains, but the views, sense of adventure and exhilarating hikes and walks available will make it worth your while. Offering glaciers, waterfalls, and meadows, even the less intrepid traveler will enjoy this particular endeavor.
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