Fun Forest Amusements 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109, Located at the Seattle Center, 206-728-1585, Come feel the excitement at Fun Forest where you ride the major rides, like Windstorm and Wild River. There are also kiddy rides available for the younger thril seekers. Birthday party packages are available. Fun Forest operates on a seasonal and weather permitting schedule. more... 

Gameworks 1511 Seventh Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101, Located Downtown, 206-521-0952, Gameworks is a total-entertainment facility with a full-service restaurant and bar, and state-of-the-art entertainment that features the most entertaining and interactive games in the world. more... 

Laser Quest Seattle 2210 South 320th Street, Federal Way, WA 98003, 253-946-4500, An interactive adventure game played in a multi-level maze where fog, music, and special effects combine to provide an incredible 21st century combination of tag and hide & seek. Unbeatable fun for birthday parties, school field trips, youth groups, or corporate teambuilding.  more...

Seattle Aquarium 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101, On Pier 59 of the Downtown Seattle waterfront, 206-386-4300, The Seattle Aquarium features many aquatic exhibits, including marine mammals, the giant Pacific octopus, a Pacific coral reef, local invertebrates, Puget Sound fish, and birds. more... 

Seattle Center 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109, 206-684-7200, The Seattle Center features over 70 acres of arts, entertainment, sports, recreation, shopping, dining, educational, and cultural adventures, and is host to ballet, opera, theatres, and the Children's Museum. Over 5,000 events and performances are offered annually. more... 

Smith Tower Observation Deck (circa 1914) 506 Second Avenue, Suite 1201, Seattle, WA 98104, 206-622-4004, Touted as "Seattle's favorite building," Smith Tower was the world's tallest building outside of New York City when completed. Here, vintage glass elevators take you to the outdoor observation deck of this neo-classic style high-rise offering a 360-degree view of downtown, the waterfront, and mountain ranges. 

Space Needle (circa 1962) 400 Broad Street, Seattle, WA 98109, Near the Monorail and Seattle Center House, 206-905-2100, The recognized symbol of Seattle, this tower stands 605 feet tall and offers fabulous views of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, the Cascade, and the Olympic mountain ranges. Playing host to many events throughout the year, the Space Needle has been recently revitalized including a glass-enclosed Pavillion. more... 

Seattle Public Library 1000 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA, 206-386-4636, Designed by world-renowned Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas, the award-winning glass and steel structure makes the building seem a little off-kilter and translucent - allowing passersby on the street to look in.  more... 

Burke Museum of Natural History & Culture Box 353010, Seattle, WA 98195, University of Washington, 206-543-5590, This museum, open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Thursdays until 8 p.m., is the state museum of natural and cultural history, and the only of its kind in the Northwest. Their massive collection includes beautiful gems and minerals, fossils, beetles, butterflies, birds, totem poles, hand-carved cedar canoes and the region's only dinosaur skeleton.  more...

Center for Wooden Boats, The 1010 Valley Street, Seattle, WA 98109, 206-382-2628, Take to the water in a handcrafted, historic, restored sailboat, kayak or canoe at The Center for Wooden Boats. This is a maritime museum committed to exposing youth and adults to this craft heritage. Programs feature hands-on educational opportunities, from Umiak rides to boat building and sailing lessons. more... 

Children's Museum, The 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109, Center House at Seattle Center, 206-441-1768, Explore eight hands-on, minds-on exhibit galleries where kids can hike through a mountain forest, sail to foreign lands, learn the fun of cause and effect, and get creative at the Imagination Station. Toddlers love Discovery Bay, a special area dedicated to children below the age of 2 1/2. more... 

Experience Music Project 325 Fifth Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109, Seattle Center Campus, 206-770-2700, 887-EMPLIVE, Explore and celebrate music through this interactive museum where you can play instruments, learn about artists, and test the latest technology in the music industry. If you get hungry from all the stimulating activity, the Turn Table and Liquid Lounge offer classic American favorites. more... 

Frye Art Museum 704 Terry Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104, 206-622-9250 Ext. 202, The Northwest’s only free public art museum, The Frye Art Museum presents a full array of changing exhibitions, lectures, gallery talks, films, and guided gallery tours throughout the year. Exhibitions feature works from the Museum’s Founding Collection of art by late-nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century Munich-based artists as well as cutting edge contemporary art from established and emerging artists from around the world. Education programs include SHFT, a studio program for teens, and art history courses and summer programs exploring historic and contemporary art. more... 

Henry Art Gallery 15th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 41st, Seattle, WA 98195, University of Washington, Seattle, 206-543-2280, A premier modern and contemporary art museum, the Henry Art Gallery features extraordinary exhibits and offers a film series, community and educational programs, and public forums throughout the year. Tours are available for schools, organizations or private groups of ten or more. more...

Museum of Flight, The 9404 East Marginal Way, Seattle, WA 98108, 206-764-5720, With the largest and most comprehensive aviation and aerospace collection in the West, this museum records the history of air and space achievements through real artifacts, including 131 aircraft and spacecraft, and over 19,000 other artifacts that include instruments, textiles, models, oral histories and more. Here, you can walk through the "Flying White House" that carried presidents Kennedy, Johnson and Nixon. more... 

Museum of History & Industry 2700 24th Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98112-2099, McCurdy Park, 206-324-1126, Representing life in Puget Sound from the 1780s to present, this museum's collection includes ship wheels, evening gowns, gramophones, baby carriages, Boeing's first commercial airplane, and much more. The library features over one million books, photographs, maps, and manuscripts, and is one of the Pacific Northwest's most significant resources for historical data. more... 

Nordic Heritage Museum (circa 1980) 3014 North 67th Street, Seattle, WA 98117, 206-789-5707, Honoring immigrants from five Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, this museum is unique in that it presents the differences and similarities that bond these Scandanavian people in the Pacific Northwest. Here, you'll experience their magnificent history, art and folklore. more... 

Odyssey, The Maritime Discovery Center 2205 Alaskan Way, Pier 66, Seattle, WA 98121, Bell Street Pier, 206-374-4000, Celebrating the contemporary significance and unique character of the maritime community in the Pacific Northwest, this interactive museum features engaging exhibits about ocean trade, transportation, fish and fishing, recreation, and our environment.  more... 

Seattle Art Museum 100 University Street, Seattle, WA 98101-2902, Located in Downtown Seattle, 206-654-3255, The Seattle Art Museum boasts an impressive collection of more than 21,000 items, with particular strength in five areas that include: Asian, African, Northwest Coast Native American, modern and European painting, and decorative arts. A variety of changing exhibitions, free tours, lectures, a gift shop, and a cafe area also featured. more... 

Seattle Asian Art Museum 1300 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98112, Volunteer Park, 206-654-3100, The Seattle Art Museum boasts an impressive collection of nearly 25,000 items, with particular strength in the areas of Asian, African, Northwest Coast Native American, modern and European painting, and decorative arts. A variety of changing exhibitions, free tours, lectures, a gift shop, and a cafe area are also featured.Explore a wide variety of Asian arts in the jewel-like historic building in Volunteer Park - lively international hub for Asian art and cultural activities. The McCaw Foundation Library in SAAM provides materials for ongoing research of the museum's collection.  more... 

Seattle Metropolitan Police Museum 317 Third Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98104, Historic Pioneer Square, 206-748-9991, Experience 140 years of northwest policing with rotating exhibits showing everything from gangsters to gumshoes, an interactive center, and gift shop. Children can enjoy exploring jail cells, dressing up, and dispatching from a police communications center! more... 

Wing Luke Asian Museum 407 Seventh Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98104, International District, 206-623-5124, This Smithsonian-affiliated museum is the only community-based museum in the US devoted to the history, culture, and art of Asian Pacific Americans. This multidisciplinary-center offers arts and heritage exhibitions, public tours, school programs, and films; the museum maintains a permanent collection and a research center. more... 

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Union Trust Annex, 117 South Main Street, Seattle, WA 98104, Pioneer Square Historic District, 206-553-7220, From 1897 to 1898, tens of thousands of people descended upon Seattle in search of gold at the Klondike Gold Fields. Learn about this stampede through the park's exhibits, audiovisual programs, and ranger programs. The audiovisual programs vary in length from 15 to 30 minutes and are available throughout the year. more...

Woodland Park Zoo 601 North 59th Street, Seattle, WA 98103, Woodland Park, 206-548-2500, Located minutes from downtown Seattle, this award-winning zoo is dedicated to conservation and education and features special exhibits and many exciting animals. more... 

Pacific Science Center 200 Second Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109, Near the Space Needle, 206-443-2001, "A six-acre playground for the mind and body," the Pacific Science Center leads you from adventure to exploration as you stroll through the Tropical Butterfly House, experience the future in the Tech Zone, meet robotic dinosaurs face-to-face, and more. The Boeing IMAX theater, with thrilling large-format films that include 3D, is another attractive feature. more... 

'Private Eye on Seattle' Mystery & Murder Tours Tours Depart from the South End of Lake Union, 206-365-3739 , Take a tour of the "darker side" of Seattle's streets and alleys. They offer a Seattle ghost tour, a Capitol Hill Mystery & Murder Tour, and a Queen Anne Mystery & Murder Tour. If you are an out of town visitor, pickup is available at your downtown hotel. more...

American West Steamboat Company 2101 Fourth Avenue #1150, Seattle, WA 98121, 206-443-6223, Cruise into history on this incredible steamboat featuring nightly showboat-style entertainment, dining and dancing. Choose from 73 spacious suites and staterooms for your cruise along some of America's most scenic rivers. more... 

Anchor Bay Charters 1611 Fairview Avenue East (Dock Location), Seattle, WA 98117, 206-781-0709 , Take a cruise on a luxury yacht as a unique way to celebrate any occasion. For longer day trips around the Seattle area, enjoy the popular cruise from Lake Union, out through the Ballard Locks, and around Bainbridge Island. Call for other options to fit your time frame, budget, and interest. more... 

Argosy Cruises 1101 Alaskan Way, Pier 55, Suite 201, Seattle, WA 98101, Historic Downtown Seattle Waterfront, 206-623-1445, 800-642-7816, Providing public and private cruises of the Seattle Harbor and the Puget Sound for over 50 years, this cruise line also offers fine dining for brunch, lunch or dinner while cruising Seattle's waterfront.  more... 

Bill Speidel's Underground Tour 608 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104, Located in the Historic District, 206-682-4646, This historic, tongue-in-cheek narrated walking tour begins in a restored 1890s saloon and will take you to various sites on an underground journey. The daily walks last one hour, and reservations are recommended. more... 

Bon Vivant Wine Tours PO Box 15943, Seattle, WA 98115, 206-437-1298, Bon Vivant Wine Tours of Washington offer guided small group tours from Seattle of premium Washington State wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms - tours that also include gourmet regional cuisine. more... 

Cedar Wave Port of Seattle, 206-355-0133, With Cedar Wave you can leisurely take in the beautiful sights along the shores of Puget Sound and Lake Washington. They provide custom boat charters and small group adventure tours with personalized service. Cruising on their historic yachts is a great way to view things that you cannot see from land. To satisfy your culinary interests, they also offer catered picnic lunches and gourmet dinners.  more...

Chinatown Discovery Tours 392 Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98114, Located in Chinatown, 425-885-3085, Discover Seattle's Chinatown with escorted tours, featuring presentations and leisurely walks, for a unique Asian cultural experience. more... 

Cruise West 2301 Fifth Avenue, Suite 401 , Seattle, WA 98121, 206-441-8687, 800-426-7702, Their cruise destinations include Alaska, Japan, California Wine Country, the South Pacific, Mexico's Sea of Cortés, Grand Asia, Costa Rica & Panama, Columbia & Snake Rivers, and British Columbia. more... 

Customized Tours and Charter Service 1129 South 220th Street, Seattle, WA 98198, 206-878-3965, 800-770-8769, Provides customizable tour of Seattle, as well as van and bus charter services. more...

Emerald City Charters Located at Pier 54 on Seattle's Waterfront, 206-624-3931, Be a guest aboard the custom designed 70' Sparkman - Stephens performance yacht "Obsession" or the Santa Cruz 70 "Neptune's Car." Both of the yachts have large open decks. The highly experienced crew will make your trip a memorable one.  more... 

Gray Line of Seattle 4500 West Marginal Way Southwest, Seattle, WA 98106, 206-626-5208, 800-426-7532, Offers sightseeing options and airport shuttles. They have a Double Decker and offer a Boeing factory tour. Try one of their Pacific Northwest Package tours. They also offer charter services. more... 

Market Ghost Tours 93 Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98110, Pike Place Market, 206-322-1218, One hour walking tours of the Pike Place Market which are offered year round. The tours are a collection of stories from members of the Market community and span a time period from the late 1800's to present day Seattle and are filled with references to public art, eccentric history, and the people that have created the Market's history through its one hundred years.  more...

Ride the Ducks of Seattle 516 Broad Street, Seattle, WA 98109, Seattle Center, Across from the Space Needle, 206-441-DUCK, 800-817-1116, Voted one of the five "must do's" in Seattle, Ride the Ducks allows you to tour Seattle by land and sea in a remanufactured WWII amphibious landing craft. more... 

Seattle Seaplanes 1325 Fairview Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98102, 206-329-9638, 800-637-5553, Take a popular 20-minute scenic flight or charter a floatplane to the mountains or your favorite fishing retreat. They also offer dinner flights to several restaurants on neighboring Islands and flight instruction.  more... 

Seattle Tours PO Box 66671, Seattle, WA 98116, 206-768-1234, 888-293-1404, Seattle Tours offers knowledgable guides, comfortable mini-coaches and door-to-door service.  more... 

Show Me Seattle Tours PO Box 30833, Seattle, WA 98113, 206-633-CITY (2489), These Seattle bus tours keep the group sizes low and last three hours. Visit and learn about downtown Seattle, the Seattle Waterfront, Pioneer Square and witness some outstanding views of the city. Pass through quirky neighborhoods, visit the Ballard Locks with ladders for the spawning salmon, the Giant Bridge Troll, and the famous "Sleepless in Seattle" floating home. more... 

Sightseeing of Seattle 206-526-1444, This tour includes sights within the city and a journey into the islands and waterways of the Puget Sound (using the Washington State Ferries) - all in one deluxe tour. more... 

Skagit Tours Seattle City Light 700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3300, Seattle, WA 98124, 206-684-3026, Skagit Tours voted "Best Secret Getaway by Northwest Backroads viewers poll." Take a historic cruise on Diablo Lake, perched among majestic glaciers, waterfalls, and wildlife. Enjoy the Diablo Dam Good all-you-can-eat dinner with your cruise.  more... 

Spooked In Seattle Walking Tours 1001 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98104, 253-203-4383, Stroll through the streets of Seattle as you explore the city’s haunted past. With real ghost hunters as your guides, hear true ghost stories and events that took place during their personal investigations. Bring your camera and recorders because you never know what spooky events might be encountered as you make your way through these frightening places.  more...

Steamer Virginia V Foundation, The 860 Terry Avenue North, Suite 223, Seattle, WA 98109, 206-624-9119, A National Historic Landmark Vessel that is the last of the Puget Sound Mosquito Fleet. Available for private charter, weddings, parties & receptions, and corporate events. more... 

Tillicum Village 2992 Southwest Avalon Way, Seattle, WA 98126, Pier 55 on Seattle's Central Waterfront, 206-933-8600, 800-426-1205, Enjoy a four-hour tour to Blake Island, then dine while enjoying award-winning entertainment. The Indian-style baked Salmon feast is wonderful, and you do not want to miss the forest trails and sandy beaches. more... 

Totally Seattle Tours PO Box 30833, Seattle, WA 98113, 206-755-4109, Totally Seattle Tours are customized for groups and individuals. They offer a knowledgable, multi-lingual staff, tours of varying length, and your choice of pick-up & drop-off. more...

Victoria Clipper Vacations 2701 Alaskan Way, Pier 69 , Seattle, WA 98121, 206-448-5000 , 800-888-2535 , Clipper Vacations offers travel for the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada. Since 1986, they have provided transportation, tours and accommodation packages. Visit destinations such as: cosmopolitan Seattle or Vancouver, quaint Victoria, the peaceful San Juan Islands, the hub of Portland, the beauty of the Canadian Rockies and Vancouver Island. They offer transportation options including boat, train, air and car.  more... 

Waterways Cruises & Events 2501 North Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103, 206-223-2060, Enjoy one of Seattle's most elegant yacht cruises, gourmet catering by CaterArts and stunning views of Lake Union and downtown Seattle from The Lakeside Event Center. This company provides unique venues for any type of corporate or social event. In addition to private events, Waterways offers public dining & sightseeing cruises and special events & holiday cruises.  more... 

Tasting Room - Wines of Washington, The 1924 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98101, Located in Pike Place Market, 206-770-9463, The Tasting Room features some of the State's best artisan and hard-to-find wines. They currently feature the wines of Apex Cellars, Camaraderie Cellars, Harlequin Wine Cellars, Latitude 46 N, Mountain Dome Winery, Wilridge Winery, and Wineglass Cellars. They also offer a selection of wine flights, gourmet meat and cheeses to enjoy. Open from 12 to 8 p.m. daily. more...