| Lake Washington |
| Waterfront parks line the shores of this beautiful lake that separates Seattle from the Eastside. You can enjoy charming picnic sites, protected swimming areas, beaches for volleyball, or just relax watching the passing boats in the sunset |
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| Marymoor Park |
| Located in Redmond, the “Bicycle Capitol of the World,” this park has enjoyed a reputation of fine facilities for baseball, model airplane flying, soccer, tennis courts, and even a world class velodrome. Races are held every Friday evening during the summer. Rental bikes are available nearby. 6040 W. Lk. Sammamish Pkwy N.E., Redmond.
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| Snoqualmie |
| There’s plenty to see and do in the quaint village of Snoqualmie. Visit the restored train depot and take a ride on the historic steam train. On weekends and holidays, you can take a historic trip from Snoqualmie to North Bend.
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| Snoqualmie Falls |
| Give you the opportunity to experience the startling beauty of a waterfall that rises 100 feet higher than Niagara Falls. Take a picnic and dine in the park, or hike down to the base of the falls and enjoy the dynamic power from below.
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| Kirkland Art Galleries |
| These galleries showcase a wide variety of artistic expression in a relaxed setting. Monthly Art Walks featuring revolving shows and artist receptions are held every second Thursday evening. The galleries invite you to learn about the art and artists represented in Kirkland and to make art part of your life!
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| Sammamish River Trail |
| Winding along Sammamish River is a fabulous trail that will guide you through farmland, over bridges and through Marymoor Park, eventually leading to Bothell Landing. A scenic level trail welcomes hikers, bicyclers, or joggers alike. Bring your lunch and picnic along the shores of the river.
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| Washington’s Finest Wineries |
| In a quiet country setting near downtown Woodinville - amidst formal gardens, tiered trout ponds and carefully manicured grounds - stands a stately French-style chateau. Chateau St. Michelle is one of America’s premier wineries and a must for tourists. Other wineries in the area include Columbia, Haviland, Snoqualmie Winery and more. You’ll want to visit them all - take a tour - and sample Washington’s world class wines.
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| East King County Convention and Visitors Bureau |
| 1-800-252-1926
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| Kirkland Chamber of Commerce |
| 425-822-7066
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| Woodinville Chamber of Commerce |
| 425-481-8300 |
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| Woodland Park Zoo |
| Visit Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo, but don’t expect to see lots of bars and cramped cages. Instead, you’ll find wide open areas that have been carefully designed to recreate each animal’s natural habitat. You’ll see sea lions, giraffes and zebras stretch their legs on a grassy African savanna, a rare snow leopard silently pads across a rugged slope, and gorillas romp through a tropical rain forest, just to name a few of the animals you’ll see. Parade Magazine, USA Today, and the Washington Post all rank Woodland Park Zoo as one of the best zoos in the country. And the Humane Society has given it a #1 rating. But the best thing about the Woodland Park Zoo may be its location, only 10 minutes from downtown Seattle. So give in to your animal instincts. Visit the Woodland Park Zoo, open daily from 8:30 a.m. For more information, call 684-4800 |
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| The Seattle Aquarium |
| Maintained by the City of Seattle, the aquarium features an underwater dome where its visitors are surrounded by sea life. Exhibits reflect aquatic conditions of the Pacific Northwest. It’s located at Pier 59 and is open from 10 am daily. For more information, call 386-4300.
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| The Waterfront |
| There’s no mistaking the fact that Seattle is a port city, and the downtown waterfront with its many piers jutting into Elliott Bay is constant proof of the fact. A leisurely walk along Alaskan Way fills your lungs with salt air and your eyes with a kaleidoscope of gift shops, tourist boats, restaurants, ferry boats, seagulls, freighters and ships of the Alaska Marine Highway.
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| Space Needle |
| You haven’t seen Seattle until you’ve seen it from the Space Needle Observation Deck. The spectacular view is, of course, the biggest attraction. The restaurant at the top of the Space Needle revolves 500 feet above the Emerald City. People throughout the world recognize the Space Needle’s distinctive shape. It stands out as Seattle’s most notable landmark.
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| Seattle Center / Space Needle |
| Legacy of the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair, the Center has become the city’s playground. Its two theaters, art gallery, opera house and coliseum always have something going on to attract Seattlites. For visitors, the Pacific Science Center is a sure bet. It’s especially fascinating for children, if you can get them away from the rides and games of the Fun Forest. Everyone’s favorite is a trip to the top of the Space Needle, the emblem of Seattle. From the observation deck or the revolving restaurant, you get the best view of the city, with picturesque Mt. Rainier in the background.
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| Pike Place Market |
| One of Seattle’s most popular attractions is the bright and busy farmer’s market only two blocks from the center of downtown at First Avenue and Pike Street. In an atmosphere of genial commotion overlooking the waterfront, merchants create precise displays of produce and glistening arrays of very fresh fish. Vendors might offer pottery, jewelry, wind socks, local honey and juices. Pizza and cookie stands vie with cafes and oyster bars for the lunch crowd, and street musicians provide a range of entertainment. The lower level has shops selling spices and teas, magic tricks, comic books, movie and Seattle memorabilia, while additional space across the street include ethnic food shops and a crumpet factory.
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