Seattle is a city in the US state of Washington and the county seat of King County, according to Wikidata. On XTOUR it covers the city's observation decks, aquarium tickets, harbour cruises, walking and coffee tours, a hop-on hop-off bus and a city pass.
Country
United States
Type
City
Understand the place
Not only where to go, but what to eat, what things cost, what visitors get wrong, how accessible Seattle is, which scams to recognize and what is genuinely worth your time.
The complete guide
Start with the parts of Seattle that matter most to your trip, then move into the practical details.
Experiences & attractions
Attractions, experiences and places actually worth your time.
Eat like you understand the place
Signature dishes, local drinks, markets and eating well.
Where to stay & explore
Where to stay, wander and choose the right area for your trip.
Beyond the destination
Nearby places worth a day out from here.
Bring home the right things
What is genuinely worth buying and where to look.
After dark
What the evenings are like, and where to spend them.
Family travel
Family logistics, strollers, transport and practical planning.
When to go
When to visit and what the seasons really feel like.
Know before it happens
Common tourist traps and how to avoid them.
Money & budgeting
Budgets, payments and everyday prices.
Transport
Public transport, taxis, walking and common pitfalls.
Travel for more people
Mobility, transport and sensory accessibility.
Understand before you arrive
Local expectations, religion and visitor etiquette.
The details that matter
Connectivity, health, photography and useful local details.
Find your fit
Solo, women alone, older visitors, LGBTQ+, pets, remote work, budget and luxury.
Travel that holds up
Tourism pressure, supporting local people and animal welfare.
Traveler experiences
Traveler reviews will appear here after moderation.
Ways to visit
Bookable trips related to this destination, for when you are ready to move from research to planning.
A City Sightseeing open-top hop-on hop-off bus on a red route around Seattle with an English audio guide, sold as 24- or 48-hour tickets. Options differ; check what your chosen option includes on SkyGate.
Timed general admission to Seattle Aquarium at Pier 59 on the Seattle waterfront, including its public exhibits across several buildings.
A guided walk through Seattle Center past public art, the International Fountain and the outside of MoPOP, ending with timed entry to the Space Needle.
A Seattle CityPASS covering entry to the Space Needle and Seattle Aquarium plus three more attractions chosen from a list.
A guided sightseeing cruise on Elliott Bay from the Seattle waterfront with live commentary from a local guide.
A guided walking tour of independent cafes and roasteries in Seattle's Capitol Hill with coffee tastings, starting at the Jimi Hendrix statue on Broadway.
Timed general admission to Sky View Observatory on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center in downtown Seattle.
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