3 days in Greater 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.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Fri): get to know the resident critters at Woodland Park Zoo, take a leisurely stroll along Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, then stroll around Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Sky View Observatory. Keep things going the next day: find something for the whole family at Seattle Great Wheel, stroll around Kerry Park, then shop like a local with Starbucks Reserve Roastery Seattle, and finally stroll through Snoqualmie Falls.

To see where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Seattle trip itinerary planning website.

The Route module shows you travel options from your home to Seattle. In July, daily temperatures in Seattle can reach 79°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) to allow time to take a shuttle to Mount Rainier National Park.

The star attraction of Mt.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sun): trek along Skyline Trail, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Rainier, and then take a peaceful walk through Grove of the Patriarchs.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Mount Rainier National Park trip planner.

Traveling by shuttle from Seattle to Mount Rainier National Park takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Seattle in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Mount Rainier National Park, with lows of 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to take a shuttle back home.