Weekend (2 Days) · in Seattle
A Seattle Weekend: The Market, the Waterfront & Seattle Center
A weekend lets you combine Seattle's market and waterfront with its landmarks and views. Day one covers Pike Place Market, the waterfront, the aquarium and Pioneer Square. Day two explores Seattle Center and ends with sunset at Kerry Park. It suits first-time visitors who want the essentials without rushing.
Day 01
Pike Place Market, the Waterfront & Pioneer Square
The market, the bay and Seattle's oldest neighborhood.
Morning
Pike Place Market
Arrive early to watch the market open, see the fish fly at Pike Place Fish Market and graze on pastries and fruit.
Late Morning
Overlook Walk & Waterfront
Walk the Overlook Walk down to the waterfront and visit the Seattle Aquarium.
Lunch
Waterfront
Have chowder or fish and chips at Ivar's Acres of Clams on Pier 54.
Afternoon
Pioneer Square
Take the Underground Tour and visit the free Klondike Gold Rush museum.
Late Afternoon
Smith Tower Observatory
Ride up to the 35th-floor observatory for views over the waterfront.
Evening
Pike Place Market restaurants
Have dinner at Matt's in the Market or The Pink Door, booked in advance.
Day 02
Seattle Center & Queen Anne
The Space Needle, glass art, pop culture and the classic skyline view.
Morning
Monorail to Seattle Center
Ride the 1962 monorail from Westlake Center to Seattle Center.
Late Morning
Space Needle
Go up the Space Needle and step onto the rotating glass floor.
Lunch
Lower Queen Anne
Have lunch in Lower Queen Anne, near Seattle Center.
Afternoon
Chihuly Garden and Glass & MoPOP
Visit Chihuly Garden and Glass, then explore the Museum of Pop Culture.
Late Afternoon
Kerry Park
Head up Queen Anne Hill to Kerry Park for the classic skyline view at sunset.
Evening
Belltown
Have dinner and drinks in Belltown, or catch a game at Climate Pledge Arena.