11 days in Seattle Itinerary

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

Relax by the water at Alki Beach and Seahurst Beach Park. For shopping fun, head to Chihuly Garden and Glass or Boehms Candies. Explore Seattle's surroundings by going to Pacific Bonsai Museum (in Federal Way), Olympia (Hands On Children's Museum & Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge) and Tacoma (LeMay - America's Car Museum, Museum of Glass, &more). There's lots more to do: see majestic marine mammals with Puget Sound Express, examine the collection at Museum of History & Industry, don't miss a visit to Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, and take in panoramic vistas at Space Needle.

For more things to do, photos, reviews, and tourist information, use the Seattle travel planner.

Expect a daytime high around 80°F in August, and nighttime lows around 61°F.