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Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
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Seattle Chocolate Tour
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Seattle Space Needle Skyline App Guided Tour
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Mt. Rainier Full-Day Tour
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Seattle Ghost Tour: Sins of Sinister Shadows
What to do in Northwest Seattle
Popular places to visit
Woodland Park Zoo
From tiny poison dart frogs to majestic lions, this award-winning zoo in Seattle gives you the opportunity to walk among the world’s most fascinating wildlife.
Green Lake Park
Follow the scenic walking path around the glacial lake, play basketball or see a play in the Bathhouse theater in north-central Seattle’s beloved park.
Woodland Park and Rose Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Woodland Park and Rose Garden, a lovely green space in Seattle. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Bathhouse Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Bathhouse Theater during your stay in Seattle. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Sakya Monastery
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Sakya Monastery. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Northwest Hospital and Medical Center
Though Northwest Hospital and Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Seattle while you are here.
West Green Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at West Green Lake Beach during your trip to Seattle?
East Green Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Green Lake Beach during your trip to Seattle?
North Seattle Community College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at North Seattle Community College during your visit to Seattle. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Northwest Seattle
Green Lake
While visiting Green Lake, you might make a stop by sights like East Green Lake Beach and West Green Lake Beach.
Greenwood
Greenwood is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Taproot Theatre and Sakya Monastery.
Haller Lake
Though Haller Lake might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Northgate Station and Jackson Park Golf Course.
North College Park
While North College Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Northgate Station and West Green Lake Beach.
Broadview
While Broadview isn't home to many top sights, Northgate Station and Richmond Beach Saltwater Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bitter Lake
When in Bitter Lake, you can plan a visit to Northgate Station and Jackson Park Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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