Seattle, Washington’s largest city, has the potential list of endless fun things to do. From the world famous Starbucks coffee to other local craft coffee shops, there is more than enough place to get caffeinated and keep you going here in Seattle.

Irrespective of whether you are new to the Pacific northwest or a lifelong local, these view points are the best vantage points of Seattle skyline and famous attractions.

1. Seattle Sky View Observatory

Seattle Sky View Observatory, located at the Columbia tower in downtown Seattle, is the tallest building in pacific north west at 902 feet. You get 360 degree view of Seattle and surrounding mountain ranges including the Cascades and Olympic mountain ranges. From top you can see all the neighbourhoods of Seattle as well and all the major lakes surrounding Seattle. Sky View tops our list in terms of best view of Seattle.

• Entry: Paid
• Entry fee : Click here to know latest fee
• Location: Sky View Observatory - Columbia Center, 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA

2. Washington Ferry to Bainbridge Island

Washington Ferry to Bainbridge Island is the best way to see Seattle from a different perspective and it provides the best views from the Puget Sound. Along with this you can enjoy some beer in the ferry while soaking in all the vistas. You can return on the same ferry or have some food or beer from the breweries and restaurant next to the dock at Bainbridge Island.

Return ferry is free and you have to take only one way fare from Seattle to Bainbridge.

• Entry: Paid(One way fare to Bainbridge Island)

• Fare :Click here to find upto fare information

Location: Seattle Ferry Terminal, Seattle, WA

3. Space Needle

Space needle is the city landmark and icon of Seattle city.

Space Needle observation deck is at 520 feet and it has unparalleled views of downtown Seattle, Mt. Rainier, and the Puget Sound. Seattle’s iconic landmark now has a glass revolving floor at the top in the air. It’s called the Loupe, and the Space Needle bills it as the world’s “first and only revolving glass floor”.

• Entry: Paid (to go to top observation deck)
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• Location: 400 Broad St, Seattle, WA 98109

4. Pike Place Market

Pike Place Market is the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the country and one of Seattle’s most popular draws.

A popular spot for tourists and locals alike, while there are plenty of fresh produce stalls, including permanent stands filled with local fruits and vegetables year-round, the market is also home to a number of fish markets, butchers, flower shops, bakeries, dairy and specialty vendors, and a wide range of restaurants.Fish market is famous for its crowd-pleasing antics with wader-clad fishmongers slinging the daily caught fish through the air to be caught and wrapped behind the counter.

• Entry: Free
• Location: Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA

5. Kerry Park

Kerry Park has the postcard perfect shot Seattle. Nestled in the Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood, this is a top notch vantage point for unobstructed views of downtown. If you are lucky, you can see the majestic Rainier behind Seattle downtown . You can see the Puget sound and Washington ferry cruising across as well.

• Entry: Free
• Location : 211 W Highland Dr, Seattle, WA 98119

Travel Tips

• Spring & Summer season is the best time to visit Seattle.
• Try local craft coffee shops
• Visit local breweries