22 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Seattle: Olympic National Park (Bunch Creek Falls, Murhut Falls, &more), Everett (Everett Silvertips, Everett Aquasox, &more) and Mukilteo Lighthouse Park (in Mukilteo). Dedicate the 25th (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Chihuly Garden and Glass, take a leisurely stroll along Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Seattle Aquarium, and wander the streets of Pike Place Market.

For more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Seattle route planning website.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are Seattle Tacoma International Airport, Boeing Field King County International Airport, McChord Air Force Base and Jefferson County International Airport. September in Seattle sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C at night.