One of Seattle’s top landmarks and most popular attractions is the iconic Space Needle (pictured above). One of our favorite places is the bustling and historic Pike Place Market. It’s one of the city’s most popular attractions, visited by millions of tourists and locals every year. It’s the oldest continually operating Farmers Market in the country. Home to more than 300 shops and restaurants, it’s filled with farmers, craftspeople, street performers and musicians. The market is known for its variety of fresh seafood, regional fruits and vegetables, herbs and spices, imported and domestic cheeses, exotic foods, handmade arts and crafts, flowers, antiques and collectibles. It’s a fun place to hang out, shop and people-watch. Be prepared for crowds, especially during weekends and holidays.
Seattle is also home to one of the largest communities of floating homes in the world. The famous “Sleepless in Seattle” house boat is docked off Westlake Avenue on Seattle’s Lake Union. It continues to be one of the most asked about sites in Seattle. This house boat was Tom Hanks’ home in the romantic 1993 movie “Sleepless in Seattle.”
Fun Seattle attractions include: