There is way more here than the Space Needle

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There is way more here than the Space Needle

Seattle Core Bars

Hands down my favourite bar on Capitol Hill. Video games and art in the front, and very nice bar and sound system in the back.
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Vermillion
1508 11th Ave
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Hands down my favourite bar on Capitol Hill. Video games and art in the front, and very nice bar and sound system in the back.
Somewhat secret bar that was a real Speak Easy back in the 20s. Might want to dress up for this one/make a reservation on their website.
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Knee High Stocking Co, Inc.
1356 E Olive Way
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Somewhat secret bar that was a real Speak Easy back in the 20s. Might want to dress up for this one/make a reservation on their website.
If you're into footy and mead, this is the spot. Has a Top Pot donuts next door if you get the drunk munchies.
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Summit Public House
601 Summit Ave E
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If you're into footy and mead, this is the spot. Has a Top Pot donuts next door if you get the drunk munchies.
Bar attached to Neumos. Hosts some small DJ events but is pretty fun to chill and listen to someone selecting tunes on turntables in the corner.
The Runaway
1425 10th Avenue
Bar attached to Neumos. Hosts some small DJ events but is pretty fun to chill and listen to someone selecting tunes on turntables in the corner.
Trendy bar in the Denny Triangle/South Lake Union. Great drinks and atmosphere.
Gold Bar
1416 East Olive Way
Trendy bar in the Denny Triangle/South Lake Union. Great drinks and atmosphere.
Great Brewery on Alki Beach!
Future Primitive Beach Bar
Great Brewery on Alki Beach!

Seattle Core Sightseeing

Lovely park right in the middle of everything.
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Парк Кал Андерсон
1635 11th Avenue
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Lovely park right in the middle of everything.
Beautiful park with an excellent Asian museum in the middle.
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Volunteer Park
1247 15th Ave E
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Beautiful park with an excellent Asian museum in the middle.
A very old functioning market in the heart of downtown. It’s not just for tourists, us locals go there too! It’s overall amazing! Just go and wander!
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Рынок Пайк-Плейс
1531 Western Ave
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A very old functioning market in the heart of downtown. It’s not just for tourists, us locals go there too! It’s overall amazing! Just go and wander!
The highest observatory in the city and well worth price of admission. Especially on a clear day. You can see the curvature of the earth and way further than any other place in the city.
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Sky View Observatory Columbia Center
700 4th Ave
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The highest observatory in the city and well worth price of admission. Especially on a clear day. You can see the curvature of the earth and way further than any other place in the city.
Amazing water views and some pretty cool sculptures! A really nice place for a walk at dusk.
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Олимпийский парк скульптур
2901 Western Ave
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Amazing water views and some pretty cool sculptures! A really nice place for a walk at dusk.
Seattle is, at its core, an industrial town. Aerospace, logging, fishing etc. This museum houses many of Seattles iconic retired signs and industrial artefacts from the past.
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Музей истории и промышленности (MOHAI)
860 Terry Ave N
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Seattle is, at its core, an industrial town. Aerospace, logging, fishing etc. This museum houses many of Seattles iconic retired signs and industrial artefacts from the past.
Even as a local, I frequent this museum often. Some travelling exhibits but overall their permanent exhibits are worth coming back for. The building itself is also amazing!
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Музей поп-культуры
325 5th Ave N
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Even as a local, I frequent this museum often. Some travelling exhibits but overall their permanent exhibits are worth coming back for. The building itself is also amazing!
A world class museum with travelling exhibits but also some great permanent ones. Their gift shop is also amazing!
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Seattle Selfie Museum
92 Union St
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A world class museum with travelling exhibits but also some great permanent ones. Their gift shop is also amazing!
I’ve gone on this tour many times. I’ve done every “type” of tour they offer and they’re all amazing. A full blown guided tour and history lesson about Seattle in one go and you get to see places that aren’t open to the public. HIGHLY recommended.
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Bill Speidel's Underground Tour
614 1st Ave
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I’ve gone on this tour many times. I’ve done every “type” of tour they offer and they’re all amazing. A full blown guided tour and history lesson about Seattle in one go and you get to see places that aren’t open to the public. HIGHLY recommended.
A one of a kind experience specific to here. You can go by car or on foot. From downtown Seattle, the shortest trip is Bainbridge and the longer trip is Bremerton. Just getting on the ferry to either destination, getting lunch and coming back is very much worth it.
Washington State Ferries
A one of a kind experience specific to here. You can go by car or on foot. From downtown Seattle, the shortest trip is Bainbridge and the longer trip is Bremerton. Just getting on the ferry to either destination, getting lunch and coming back is very much worth it.

Seattle Core Food Scene

Very moderately priced and delicious Thai food place very close to my place. I go there more than I should. I love it.
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Manao Thai Street Eats
1222 E Pine St
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Very moderately priced and delicious Thai food place very close to my place. I go there more than I should. I love it.
Very chill atmosphere with Herkimer Coffee on deck. Currently only doing take-out. You won't find a better cup on the hill during the day.
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Porchlight Coffee & Records
1517 14th Ave
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Very chill atmosphere with Herkimer Coffee on deck. Currently only doing take-out. You won't find a better cup on the hill during the day.
I'm from Southern California and this spot is the closest I've found to authentic Mexican food in Seattle.
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Tacos Chukis
219 Broadway E
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I'm from Southern California and this spot is the closest I've found to authentic Mexican food in Seattle.
The central roasting location for Caffe Vita Coffee.
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Caffé Vita Coffee Roasting
1005 E Pike St
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The central roasting location for Caffe Vita Coffee.
Started as a taco truck and quickly picked up a few brick and mortar joints. Only place in the city where you can get a quick, big, delicious burrito. Open super late.
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Rancho Bravo Tacos
1001 E Pine St
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Started as a taco truck and quickly picked up a few brick and mortar joints. Only place in the city where you can get a quick, big, delicious burrito. Open super late.
A little out of the way, but has one of the largest asian food menus I've ever seen and they're open till 3 on weekends. I don't go anywhere else for chinese in the city.
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Hong Kong Bistro
507 Maynard Ave S
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A little out of the way, but has one of the largest asian food menus I've ever seen and they're open till 3 on weekends. I don't go anywhere else for chinese in the city.
Sleepy looking Italian establishment with surprisingly great food. Don't let the white table clothes scare you, it's very reasonably priced for the quality.
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Cafe Lago
2305 24th Ave E
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Sleepy looking Italian establishment with surprisingly great food. Don't let the white table clothes scare you, it's very reasonably priced for the quality.
So, hear me out. If you've ever thought about or enjoyed popcorn chicken, you need to check this place out. They are primarily a bubble tea spot but their popcorn chicken is insane. Surprisingly so.
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Oasis Tea Zone
519 6th Ave S
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So, hear me out. If you've ever thought about or enjoyed popcorn chicken, you need to check this place out. They are primarily a bubble tea spot but their popcorn chicken is insane. Surprisingly so.
Amazing Bubble Tea and drinks on Alki Beach.
Natalie's on Alki
Amazing Bubble Tea and drinks on Alki Beach.

Seattle Core Clubs/Music Venues

Catch all music venue on Capitol Hill. The music offerings there range from indie and eclectic to up and coming acts. Great space in a great part of town.
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Neumos
925 E Pike St
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Catch all music venue on Capitol Hill. The music offerings there range from indie and eclectic to up and coming acts. Great space in a great part of town.
Located in the basement of Neumos, the space is home to weekly dance music/top-40/hip-hop club nights. It also hosts similar music events as Neumos but with a smaller, more intimate capacity.
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Barboza
925 E Pike St
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Located in the basement of Neumos, the space is home to weekly dance music/top-40/hip-hop club nights. It also hosts similar music events as Neumos but with a smaller, more intimate capacity.
Hard dance music club/Drag show venue. Situated below The Timbre Room and pizzeria Little Maria's.
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Kremwerk
1809 Minor Ave
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Hard dance music club/Drag show venue. Situated below The Timbre Room and pizzeria Little Maria's.
Situated above Kremwerk, next to pizzeria Little Maria's and next to Cherry. Hosts electronic and dance music events.
The Timbre Room
1809 Minor Ave
Situated above Kremwerk, next to pizzeria Little Maria's and next to Cherry. Hosts electronic and dance music events.
The Crocodile moved to a multi-venue complex in a different location than pictured. It is located at 2505 1st Ave Seattle, WA 98121. It is more of a rock/alternative venue but they host all kinds of music.
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The Crocodile
2505 1st Ave
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The Crocodile moved to a multi-venue complex in a different location than pictured. It is located at 2505 1st Ave Seattle, WA 98121. It is more of a rock/alternative venue but they host all kinds of music.

South Seattle Food/Sights/Bars

Only open Monday through Saturday 7am until 11am but they have the best breakfast burritos at the best price in the city and it's not even close.
Burrito Express
1252 South Cloverdale Street
Only open Monday through Saturday 7am until 11am but they have the best breakfast burritos at the best price in the city and it's not even close.
One of the oldest "natural" wine bars in the city. Great atmosphere with outdoor seating and dog friendly! They do not serve food but there is a food truck in front and you can bring your own food.
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Left Bank
8526 14th Ave S
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One of the oldest "natural" wine bars in the city. Great atmosphere with outdoor seating and dog friendly! They do not serve food but there is a food truck in front and you can bring your own food.
Amazing saltwater pool overlooking the Puget Sound! Open to the public during the summer (July through the beginning of September). It's a little bit of a hike to get there but it's so worth it.
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Colman Pool
8603 Fauntleroy Way SW
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Amazing saltwater pool overlooking the Puget Sound! Open to the public during the summer (July through the beginning of September). It's a little bit of a hike to get there but it's so worth it.
Great spot for rotating beers and bottle offerings. Sells pre-packaged food but is connected to a burger place and you can bring your own food in. Dog friendly.
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Beer Star
9801 16th Ave SW
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Great spot for rotating beers and bottle offerings. Sells pre-packaged food but is connected to a burger place and you can bring your own food in. Dog friendly.
Great burger joint connected to Beer Star. Their burgers hold up even without the beer. Family and dog friendly.
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Li'l Woody's
1211 Pine St
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Great burger joint connected to Beer Star. Their burgers hold up even without the beer. Family and dog friendly.
Some of the best views of Seattle in the entire city. Secluded but very worth the time to find it.
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Jack Block Park
2130 Harbor Ave SW
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Some of the best views of Seattle in the entire city. Secluded but very worth the time to find it.
Amazing Japanese rice bowls with the freshest ingredients.
Donburi Station
5503 Airport Way S
Amazing Japanese rice bowls with the freshest ingredients.
Good Mexican food with a view of the Puget Sound.
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Cactus Alki Beach
2820 Alki Ave SW
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Good Mexican food with a view of the Puget Sound.
I grew up in LA and this is the closest thing in the city to In-n-out Burger, very similar prices too. Plus they have great, interesting shakes and ice cream!
PICK-QUICK Drive In
2990 4th Ave S
I grew up in LA and this is the closest thing in the city to In-n-out Burger, very similar prices too. Plus they have great, interesting shakes and ice cream!
Great brewery right next to the Beacon Hill light rail station!
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Perihelion Brewery
2800 16th Ave S
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Great brewery right next to the Beacon Hill light rail station!
Coming from a Los Angeles native. Some of the best Mexican food I have had in a long time.
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Carnitas Michoacan
2500 Beacon Ave S
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Coming from a Los Angeles native. Some of the best Mexican food I have had in a long time.

Seattle Core Shopping

Awesome Japanese book store but it has just fun gifts for stationary and writing fans! Also lots of anime and manga merch. It’s connected to Uwaijimaya.
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Kinokuniya Seattle
525 S Weller St
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Awesome Japanese book store but it has just fun gifts for stationary and writing fans! Also lots of anime and manga merch. It’s connected to Uwaijimaya.
Recently remodelled Asian grocery store in the heart of the International District China Town. Their prices are kind of steep but you can get things there you can’t get anywhere else. Worth the trip!
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Uwajimaya
600 5th Ave S
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Recently remodelled Asian grocery store in the heart of the International District China Town. Their prices are kind of steep but you can get things there you can’t get anywhere else. Worth the trip!
Great retro game shop in Chinatown!
Pink Gorilla International District
601 South King Street
Great retro game shop in Chinatown!

Breakfast and Coffee

They only do brunch on the weekends from 10-2 but they have some of the best savoury brunch I’ve had. Biscuits and gravy on another level. They also are open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 11am.
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Uncle Eddie's Public House - All Ages Welcome
8601 14th Ave S
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They only do brunch on the weekends from 10-2 but they have some of the best savoury brunch I’ve had. Biscuits and gravy on another level. They also are open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 11am.
Great coffee shop in Georgetown serving cafe Vita coffee.
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All City Coffee
1205 S Vale St
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Great coffee shop in Georgetown serving cafe Vita coffee.
Seattle had an amusement park in the early 19th century that was designed by the same person that designed Coney Island and when it was retired, the surviving antiques were put here on display. They also serve great breakfast/brunch/lunch/dinner!
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Luna Park Cafe
2918 SW Avalon Way
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Seattle had an amusement park in the early 19th century that was designed by the same person that designed Coney Island and when it was retired, the surviving antiques were put here on display. They also serve great breakfast/brunch/lunch/dinner!
Eat like a longshoreman! Only open until 3ish but their breakfast/brunch/lunch is great!
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Chelan Cafe
3527 Chelan Ave SW
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Eat like a longshoreman! Only open until 3ish but their breakfast/brunch/lunch is great!
Rock and roll themed breakfast joint in the Alaska junction of West Seattle. Browse records and music while waiting for your seat to eat some great breakfast!
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Easy Street Records & Cafe
4559 California Ave SW
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Rock and roll themed breakfast joint in the Alaska junction of West Seattle. Browse records and music while waiting for your seat to eat some great breakfast!
Great breakfast spot that also serves Chinese and Thai food? Their coffee isn’t very good so either bring your own or go get coffee at fresh flours around the corner before or after.
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Young's Restaurant
9413 16th Ave SW
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Great breakfast spot that also serves Chinese and Thai food? Their coffee isn’t very good so either bring your own or go get coffee at fresh flours around the corner before or after.
Great bakery and coffee place for a quick bite!
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Fresh Flours West Seattle
9410 Delridge Way SW
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Great bakery and coffee place for a quick bite!
Little coffee shop serving Olympia coffee. More on the natural and light side but with heavy caffein content.
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Moonshot Coffee
9622 16th Ave SW
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Little coffee shop serving Olympia coffee. More on the natural and light side but with heavy caffein content.
Great little waffle shop at Admiral junction in West Seattle.
Bebop Waffle Shop
2600 California Avenue Southwest
Great little waffle shop at Admiral junction in West Seattle.
The only donut shop that’s any good on our side of town! They also serve boiled peanuts if you’re from the south!
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Good Day Donuts
9823 15th Ave SW
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The only donut shop that’s any good on our side of town! They also serve boiled peanuts if you’re from the south!
Great cream filled donuts that are pretty unique but kind of pricy and there’s usually a line. However, it’s worth the wait!
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The Flour Box
5520 Rainier Ave S
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Great cream filled donuts that are pretty unique but kind of pricy and there’s usually a line. However, it’s worth the wait!
Great spot for coffee, beer and wine! Rotating food pop-ups throughout the week.
Good Voyage
Great spot for coffee, beer and wine! Rotating food pop-ups throughout the week.