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Must See Places, Must Do Activities In Seattle

Little ItalyLittle Italy Rochester, NY Posts: 404
edited August 2009 in The Porch
With the beginning of the tour marking my first trip to Seattle, I'm trying to utilize my time to its maximum potential. I don't know when I'll be able to make it back again so I'm hoping cover as much ground as I can during the week. Any insight one could provide will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
"he who forgets-will be destined to remember"
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  • NastasjaNastasja Posts: 9,668
    Me and at least another three PJ fans have the same thoughts. We're thinking of visiting PJ related places:

    http://www.fivehorizons.com/feature/seattle/index.shtml
    http://www.fivehorizons.com/feature/sea ... ttle.shtml

    I'm also looking for some suggestions from Seattle experienced people!
    You can spend your time alone, re-digesting past regrets,
    Or you can come to terms and realize
    You're the only one who can't forgive yourself
  • mofo99mofo99 Posts: 8
    Obviously there are the the big touristy things:

    Pike Place Market http://www.pikeplacemarket.org/
    - I like to eat at Lowell's, order and go up to the 3rd floor(can get busy at lunch/breakfast times so try and hit a bit in between) for a great view of the waterfront while you eat. Lots of vendors to shop at for some nice artwork/handcrafts. The first Starbucks is there too if you like that sort of thing.

    Nearby is the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) http://www.seattleartmuseum.org/ which is always a fun visit
    Take a look at Benaroya hall nearby.

    Seattle Center http://www.seattlecenter.com/
    -You'll be here for the concert(s) so might as well check it out, Science Center is entertaining, specially if you have little ones with ya, with the Imax if you wanna catch a movie. Dick's Is nearby for a greasy burger, but their fries aren't nearly as good as they used to be since they changed cooking oils. Also a few decent bars; Floyd's Place (bbq in the day, bar at night), Ozzies(has 2 karaoke bars inside) the Spectator for sports and cheap beers after 10.
    -Space Needle http://www.spaceneedle.com/ is there too, sometimes ya just gotta do it.
  • restlesssoulrestlesssoul Posts: 6,951
    I LOVE having beers at shortys. major pinball fan and the whole place is done out with a big arcade in the back. the tables in the eating area are made out of old pinball games. its pretty casual place to chill with friends and have cheap swill.

    After shortys and beer, i usually walk down the block to a wicked mexican place called MAMA's really really good.but go early cuz it gets packed. then i catch a cab and go to whatever show I am seeing, also you can see the legendary crocodile cafe because it is really close to the aforementioned verse, i mean, places.
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  • NastasjaNastasja Posts: 9,668
    mofo99 wrote:
    Obviously there are the the big touristy things:

    Pike Place Market http://www.pikeplacemarket.org/
    - I like to eat at Lowell's, order and go up to the 3rd floor(can get busy at lunch/breakfast times so try and hit a bit in between) for a great view of the waterfront while you eat. Lots of vendors to shop at for some nice artwork/handcrafts. The first Starbucks is there too if you like that sort of thing.

    Nearby is the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) http://www.seattleartmuseum.org/ which is always a fun visit
    Take a look at Benaroya hall nearby.

    Seattle Center http://www.seattlecenter.com/
    -You'll be here for the concert(s) so might as well check it out, Science Center is entertaining, specially if you have little ones with ya, with the Imax if you wanna catch a movie. Dick's Is nearby for a greasy burger, but their fries aren't nearly as good as they used to be since they changed cooking oils. Also a few decent bars; Floyd's Place (bbq in the day, bar at night), Ozzies(has 2 karaoke bars inside) the Spectator for sports and cheap beers after 10.
    -Space Needle http://www.spaceneedle.com/ is there too, sometimes ya just gotta do it.

    Thanks! We'll have two days. So I guess some of it is definitely doable.
    You can spend your time alone, re-digesting past regrets,
    Or you can come to terms and realize
    You're the only one who can't forgive yourself
  • Little ItalyLittle Italy Rochester, NY Posts: 404
    Nastasja wrote:
    Me and at least another three PJ fans have the same thoughts. We're thinking of visiting PJ related places:

    http://www.fivehorizons.com/feature/seattle/index.shtml
    http://www.fivehorizons.com/feature/sea ... ttle.shtml

    I'm also looking for some suggestions from Seattle experienced people!


    Same here. I'm wondering if its possible to get into the old studios, things like that. I'm definitely trying to hit up as many historical hotspots as possible not just for PJ, but where the rest of the grunge/alternative movement took form as well.
    "he who forgets-will be destined to remember"
  • mofo99mofo99 Posts: 8
    Just a note, on that older guide, things have changed since they were updated and I'd do some research beforehand to make sure what you wanna do is still there.

    Major things about that:
    All the meters take Credit Cards now, parking is free after 6pm and on Sundays on the streets. The lots are all run by one company and are very pricey in the good locations. Also don't try to not pay and get away with it, somehow they got the ability from the city to write their own legal parking tickets.

    Most of those clubs are gone, Showbox is still there though (Showbox @ The Market as It's now Called, as opposed to Showbox SODO, the sister club on the south side of the city)

    The Stranger is still a great place for info.

    Gasworks has a great view of the city for photos, also if you're in that area visit the Fremont Troll (on Troll St under the Bridge) and maybe have some Fish and Chips on the water at Ivar's Salmon House or somewhere else in Fremont, lots of good food there.

    Traffic. sucks. always. I've been in a traffic jam at 3am before in the city. So plan for it.
  • reflectedfromafarreflectedfromafar Posts: 235
    restlesssoul wrote:
    I LOVE having beers at shortys. major pinball fan and the whole place is done out with a big arcade in the back. the tables in the eating area are made out of old pinball games. its pretty casual place to chill with friends and have cheap swill.

    After shortys and beer, i usually walk down the block to a wicked mexican place called MAMA's really really good.but go early cuz it gets packed. then i catch a cab and go to whatever show I am seeing, also you can see the legendary crocodile cafe because it is really close to the aforementioned verse, i mean, places.

    Mama's !!! Amazing. Was a tradition for me every trip down, especially if I was going to the Croc.
    There's a lot to be said for nowhere...
  • NastasjaNastasja Posts: 9,668
    Same here. I'm wondering if its possible to get into the old studios, things like that. I'm definitely trying to hit up as many historical hotspots as possible not just for PJ, but where the rest of the grunge/alternative movement took form as well.[/quote]

    We definitely have to try it. I'm not sure what the other three plan to do exactly (I only had pm-contact with one of them) but I will do some research on the grunge/alternative historic places.
    In one of the articles above say said that you sometimes are allowed to peek inside The Moore. Maybe that would work. Showbox is another idea.
    You can spend your time alone, re-digesting past regrets,
    Or you can come to terms and realize
    You're the only one who can't forgive yourself
  • NastasjaNastasja Posts: 9,668
    mofo99 wrote:
    Just a note, on that older guide, things have changed since they were updated and I'd do some research beforehand to make sure what you wanna do is still there.

    Major things about that:
    All the meters take Credit Cards now, parking is free after 6pm and on Sundays on the streets. The lots are all run by one company and are very pricey in the good locations. Also don't try to not pay and get away with it, somehow they got the ability from the city to write their own legal parking tickets.

    Most of those clubs are gone, Showbox is still there though (Showbox @ The Market as It's now Called, as opposed to Showbox SODO, the sister club on the south side of the city)

    The Stranger is still a great place for info.

    Gasworks has a great view of the city for photos, also if you're in that area visit the Fremont Troll (on Troll St under the Bridge) and maybe have some Fish and Chips on the water at Ivar's Salmon House or somewhere else in Fremont, lots of good food there.

    Traffic. sucks. always. I've been in a traffic jam at 3am before in the city. So plan for it.

    Thanks for the tips.
    I'll travel to Seattle by ferry. Won't have a car and that seems not to be that bad.....
    You can spend your time alone, re-digesting past regrets,
    Or you can come to terms and realize
    You're the only one who can't forgive yourself
  • choopchoop Posts: 1,060
    the experience music project is a must.

    there is a pj poster section, a lot of pj stuff throughout. they have cobain guitars, lots of stuff. its like a mini-hall of fame. right by the space needle.
    "If I should ever die, God forbid, let this be my epitaph: The only proof he needed for the existence of God was music." KV Jr.
  • Little ItalyLittle Italy Rochester, NY Posts: 404
    edited August 2009
    Cool let me know what you find out. You're coming in from B.C?
    Post edited by Little Italy on
    "he who forgets-will be destined to remember"
  • Little ItalyLittle Italy Rochester, NY Posts: 404
    choop wrote:
    the experience music project is a must.

    there is a pj poster section, a lot of pj stuff throughout. they have cobain guitars, lots of stuff. its like a mini-hall of fame. right by the space needle.

    Thanks, this definitely looks like it worth checking out.
    "he who forgets-will be destined to remember"
  • Little ItalyLittle Italy Rochester, NY Posts: 404
    mofo99 wrote:
    Obviously there are the the big touristy things:

    Pike Place Market http://www.pikeplacemarket.org/
    - I like to eat at Lowell's, order and go up to the 3rd floor(can get busy at lunch/breakfast times so try and hit a bit in between) for a great view of the waterfront while you eat. Lots of vendors to shop at for some nice artwork/handcrafts. The first Starbucks is there too if you like that sort of thing.

    Nearby is the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) http://www.seattleartmuseum.org/ which is always a fun visit
    Take a look at Benaroya hall nearby.

    Seattle Center http://www.seattlecenter.com/
    -You'll be here for the concert(s) so might as well check it out, Science Center is entertaining, specially if you have little ones with ya, with the Imax if you wanna catch a movie. Dick's Is nearby for a greasy burger, but their fries aren't nearly as good as they used to be since they changed cooking oils. Also a few decent bars; Floyd's Place (bbq in the day, bar at night), Ozzies(has 2 karaoke bars inside) the Spectator for sports and cheap beers after 10.
    -Space Needle http://www.spaceneedle.com/ is there too, sometimes ya just gotta do it.

    Thanks man
    "he who forgets-will be destined to remember"
  • YefaYefa Posts: 1,133
    When I was in Seattle last year my cousin claimed that Mike worked at Kidd Valley when in HS. Does anyone know if this is true?

    http://www.kiddvalley.com
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  • NastasjaNastasja Posts: 9,668
    Little Italy wrote:
    Cool let me know what you find out. You're coming in from B.C?

    I'm coming in from B.C. I have three contacts who actually fly in from Guatemala.
    I will be in Seattle only for those two concert days. Wish I had more time but I actually have uni :?
    If you want you can PM me. How long will you stay?
    You can spend your time alone, re-digesting past regrets,
    Or you can come to terms and realize
    You're the only one who can't forgive yourself
  • mofo99mofo99 Posts: 8
    Was looking for this yesterday, didn't know the name til I was at Seattle Center Last night (Harry Potter Imax!)

    http://www.citypass.com/city/seattle.html

    One of those discount passes, if You're gonna do 3 of the things, you'll be saving money. Space Needle day/night pass alone is $21 and the EMP is at least $20 to put it in perspective.

    The aquarium is nice, and near Pike Place Market, it's kinda small and you BC folks have a better one in Vancouver imo.

    The Woodland Park Zoo is amazing, a bit outside of downtown, near gasworks park. I go there every month or 2 with my nephews, but it's good for all ages and they just redid the penguin exhibit!

    Science Center is more aimed at kids, but fun nonetheless and it's right in Seattle Center.

    harbor cruise is nice, haven't done one in a long time but I remember enjoying it, a good way to get a unique view of Seattle.
  • Little ItalyLittle Italy Rochester, NY Posts: 404
    mofo99 wrote:
    Was looking for this yesterday, didn't know the name til I was at Seattle Center Last night (Harry Potter Imax!)

    http://www.citypass.com/city/seattle.html

    One of those discount passes, if You're gonna do 3 of the things, you'll be saving money. Space Needle day/night pass alone is $21 and the EMP is at least $20 to put it in perspective.

    The aquarium is nice, and near Pike Place Market, it's kinda small and you BC folks have a better one in Vancouver imo.

    The Woodland Park Zoo is amazing, a bit outside of downtown, near gasworks park. I go there every month or 2 with my nephews, but it's good for all ages and they just redid the penguin exhibit!

    Cool man, thanks. This will save me some $$$$

    Science Center is more aimed at kids, but fun nonetheless and it's right in Seattle Center.

    harbor cruise is nice, haven't done one in a long time but I remember enjoying it, a good way to get a unique view of Seattle.
    "he who forgets-will be destined to remember"
  • Lucca BrazziLucca Brazzi Posts: 21
    Eat at Salumi's and Momma's Mexican both are downtown!
    Everyone has a photographic memory.......Some just don't have film!
  • mofo99mofo99 Posts: 8
    Salumi's http://www.salumicuredmeats.com/ has weird hours:
    Tuesday-Friday 11am-4pm

    but make it there if you can, and take the block walk to the Waterfall Gardens http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10777653 to eat your delicious sammich.
  • Rossum20Rossum20 Posts: 910
    Little Italy wrote:
    With the beginning of the tour marking my first trip to Seattle, I'm trying to utilize my time to its maximum potential. I don't know when I'll be able to make it back again so I'm hoping cover as much ground as I can during the week. Any insight one could provide will be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks


    Rochester! Nice! I'm flying out with my friend...we're from Canandaigua! What flight you heading out on? We couldn't believe how cheap they were.
  • Little ItalyLittle Italy Rochester, NY Posts: 404
    Rossum20 wrote:
    Little Italy wrote:
    With the beginning of the tour marking my first trip to Seattle, I'm trying to utilize my time to its maximum potential. I don't know when I'll be able to make it back again so I'm hoping cover as much ground as I can during the week. Any insight one could provide will be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks


    Rochester! Nice! I'm flying out with my friend...we're from Canandaigua! What flight you heading out on? We couldn't believe how cheap they were.


    No shit! Well, I might be flying out of Chicago since I'm supposed to be at the ND game that weekend. Are you flying out of ROC of BUF? What were they running?
    "he who forgets-will be destined to remember"
  • Rossum20Rossum20 Posts: 910
    Flying out of ROC...$238 round trip...can't complain there! Coast to coast is usually $400-$500
  • ms.honeymeisterms.honeymeister Posts: 476
    one of my favorite places... breakfast at easy street in west seattle. after breakfast....check out alki beach...also in west seattle. great view of downtown, the sound and the olympics.

    pike's place market is a must! showbox is right nearby...the "green room" is open at 5 for drinks and food.

    gasworks park on lake union...also great view of downtown.
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