10 TOP Things to Do in Puget Sound (2025 Activity Guide)

Tacoma showing a bay or harbor, a marina and a city

Gig Harbor showing a bay or harbor, general coastal views and a marina

Seattle Waterfront showing sailing, a marina and boating

San Juan Islands which includes rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views

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Most popular experiences in Puget Sound

Tours & day trips

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Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline

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Private & custom tours

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Mount Rainier Customized Tour from Seattle

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Seattle: Smith Tower Observatory Access Ticket

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Seattle Seahawks Football Game at Lumen Field

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From Seattle: Boeing Factory and Future of Flight Tour

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What to do in Puget Sound

Popular places to visit

Seattle Waterfront

This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.

Puget Sound which includes modern architecture

Space Needle

A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.

Pike Place Market

America’s oldest farmers’ market and a food lover’s paradise offering a cornucopia of stalls and shops right here in Seattle.

Lumen Field

Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

University of Washington

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Seattle Center

A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.

T-Mobile Park

Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed art scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

Bellevue Square

The buzzing heart of Bellevue, this multistory shopping complex houses brand stores, upscale dining establishments and entertainment for the whole family.

Washington State Convention Center which includes a city

Seattle Convention Center Arch Building

Thanks to its wood paneling, ancient fir tables and locally produced food, this conference center lets you experience the beauty of Seattle even when you’re inside.

Areas of Puget Sound

Downtown Seattle

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Enjoy the lush public spaces, the shops, the fashionable bars and restaurants, as well as the fine views across the Puget Sound in the heart of this pristine city.

Capitol Hill

Experience the leafy green parks, world-class art gallery and electric nightlife of this up-and-coming Seattle neighborhood.

Belltown

Seattle’s ultra-modern side is evident in this neighborhood, where an active arts and partying scene thrives amid its shining skyscrapers.

University District

As you stroll through the collection of urban shopping and historic homes, mix in with students rushing between classes or relaxing when their work is done.