This eleven story library, with books and collections organized by their call number for each floor is a modern take on a library. With numerous computer terminals, desks to do research and study, and chairs to lounge, Seattle Central Library invites the local community to spend time in a public space. Each floor is accessible by luminous neon yellow escalators that travel up to each floor, while the exterior of glass and steel opens up the library to let in ample natural light. There's even an automated book sorting system! Even if you don't hold a local library card, this place is worth a stop on any Seattle trip.
Seattle Central Library
1000 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, Washington
Happy travels!
Cat
Seattle Central Library
1000 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, Washington
Happy travels!
Cat
Pike Place Market is one of those must-visit places when visiting Seattle. Sure, the market is touristy, but it's still a functioning market that sells local products, seafood, flowers, and delicious eats. I've compiled a couple places that are my favorite. Check them out!
Piroshky Piroshky
1908 Pike Place, Seattle, Washington
This small shop is stocked with delightful pies filled with different flavors of sweets, savories, and vegetarian style too. My friend loves the smoked salmon pate while I prefer the beef and onion
(pictured below). This became my must-visit place every time I visit Seattle!
The Crumpet Shop
1503 1st Avenue, Seattle, Washington
Crumpets are like bready pancakes, and The Crumpet Shop is a perfect place for any sweet tooths. They do have savory options as well. Below is the Hazelnut Chocolate Spread with Ricotta Cheese.
Biscuit Bitch
multiple locations in Seattle, Washington
My friend and I visited the one on 2303 3rd Avenue, Seattle, Washington in the Belltown neighborhood. There was a smaller line and ample seating available. I recommend ordering any of the ones with gravy (not pictured).
Other places that I've heard were must-go places
Ellenos Greek Yogurt: 1500 Pike Place, Seattle, Washington (at the corner opposite the Pike Place sign)
Beecher's Handmade Cheese: 1600 Pike Place, Seattle, Washington
Original Starbucks: 1912 Pike Place, Seattle, Washington
Gum Wall: Pike Place Market, Post Alley, Seattle, Washington
Have you been to any of these places? Let me know your thoughts!
Happy travels!
Cat
Piroshky Piroshky
1908 Pike Place, Seattle, Washington
This small shop is stocked with delightful pies filled with different flavors of sweets, savories, and vegetarian style too. My friend loves the smoked salmon pate while I prefer the beef and onion
(pictured below). This became my must-visit place every time I visit Seattle!
The Crumpet Shop
1503 1st Avenue, Seattle, Washington
Crumpets are like bready pancakes, and The Crumpet Shop is a perfect place for any sweet tooths. They do have savory options as well. Below is the Hazelnut Chocolate Spread with Ricotta Cheese.
Biscuit Bitch
multiple locations in Seattle, Washington
My friend and I visited the one on 2303 3rd Avenue, Seattle, Washington in the Belltown neighborhood. There was a smaller line and ample seating available. I recommend ordering any of the ones with gravy (not pictured).
Other places that I've heard were must-go places
Ellenos Greek Yogurt: 1500 Pike Place, Seattle, Washington (at the corner opposite the Pike Place sign)
Beecher's Handmade Cheese: 1600 Pike Place, Seattle, Washington
Original Starbucks: 1912 Pike Place, Seattle, Washington
Gum Wall: Pike Place Market, Post Alley, Seattle, Washington
Have you been to any of these places? Let me know your thoughts!
Happy travels!
Cat
Two places immediately come to mind when people mention Seattle: the Space Needle and Pike Place Market. Those are definitely the two spots to place on everyone's itinerary for a first-time visit to Seattle. What about the places surrounding the Needle? Below are some spots that are worth a visit.
Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum
305 Harrison Street, Seattle, Washington
Admission: $22; discounts available for seniors, youth and packages to combine with Space Needle access
Dale Chihuly developed a unique approach to blowing glass, presenting the form as a new avant-garde art style. The results are truly breathtaking, with the multitude of colors and shapes, objects and figurines, twists and turns, above and below, large and small, indoors and outdoors.
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
440 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, Washington
Admission: free
This was an unplanned stop and I'm so glad that my friend and I stopped by. Outside is a large screen documenting the work that they have achieved and the problems that lie ahead of them, as well as a timeline of the progress of how the foundation began. Inside is a well-designed exhibit. Through meticulous work, the foundation has explored how to 'green' their building inside and out to reduce environmental impact and energy usage, as well as gathering people to collectively think about how to improve the lives of millions of people who are less fortunate. Their message is that no matter how close or how far somebody lives, work can be done in local neighborhoods or far-reaching regions to create equal lives for everybody and to unlock everyone's potential.
Electronic Music Project Museum (EMP)
325 5th Avenue North, Seattle, Washington
Admission: $30; discounts available for youth; extra for the additional special exhibition
I didn't actually go inside here. We visited the park outside and played with the uniquely designed playground that produces sounds and music of all sorts. Be a carefree kid again!!
Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western Avenue, Seattle, Washington
Admission: free
This outdoor park has so many wonderful pieces of art. While doing some background research, I discovered that this site used to be a contaminated brownfield. Since remodeled, the park has become famous for the Eagle by Alexander Calder. This unique place is great to see extra large outdoor contemporary art pieces, take a walk, and to enjoy the views over Elliott Bay.
Happy travels!
Cat
Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum
305 Harrison Street, Seattle, Washington
Admission: $22; discounts available for seniors, youth and packages to combine with Space Needle access
Dale Chihuly developed a unique approach to blowing glass, presenting the form as a new avant-garde art style. The results are truly breathtaking, with the multitude of colors and shapes, objects and figurines, twists and turns, above and below, large and small, indoors and outdoors.
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
440 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, Washington
Admission: free
This was an unplanned stop and I'm so glad that my friend and I stopped by. Outside is a large screen documenting the work that they have achieved and the problems that lie ahead of them, as well as a timeline of the progress of how the foundation began. Inside is a well-designed exhibit. Through meticulous work, the foundation has explored how to 'green' their building inside and out to reduce environmental impact and energy usage, as well as gathering people to collectively think about how to improve the lives of millions of people who are less fortunate. Their message is that no matter how close or how far somebody lives, work can be done in local neighborhoods or far-reaching regions to create equal lives for everybody and to unlock everyone's potential.
Electronic Music Project Museum (EMP)
325 5th Avenue North, Seattle, Washington
Admission: $30; discounts available for youth; extra for the additional special exhibition
I didn't actually go inside here. We visited the park outside and played with the uniquely designed playground that produces sounds and music of all sorts. Be a carefree kid again!!
Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western Avenue, Seattle, Washington
Admission: free
This outdoor park has so many wonderful pieces of art. While doing some background research, I discovered that this site used to be a contaminated brownfield. Since remodeled, the park has become famous for the Eagle by Alexander Calder. This unique place is great to see extra large outdoor contemporary art pieces, take a walk, and to enjoy the views over Elliott Bay.
Happy travels!
Cat
