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Most kids are tourists at heart, always exploring and discovering. Whether you're on a family trip or just finally planning to visit the historic, scenic, sublime, and ridiculous spots near you, we've got them all covered museums, parks, great views, tours by land, air, or sea, and more!Kerry ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 211 W Highland Drive, Seattle, WA When the networks come to Seattle and want to film the definitive Seattle view, they come here. Kerry Park offers spectacular views - dominated by the Space Needle in the... |
Marshall ViewpointParent rating: ![]() Location: 7th Avenue W & W Highland Drive, Seattle, WA Along with Kerry Park and |
Hiram M. Chittenden (Ballard) LocksParent rating: ![]() Location: 3105 NW 54th Street, Seattle, WA This is the third most-visited tourist attraction in Seattle, but don't let that deter you. There's a reason why a million folks a year want to visit the place locally referred to as "the Balla...
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Pacific Science CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 200 2nd Avenue N, Seattle, WA There's a lot to do at the Pacific Science Center, so plan on spending at least a day, or come back several times. All aspects of science - health, games, computers, physics, biology - are c...
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The Children's Museum, SeattleParent rating: ![]() Location: 305 Harrison Street, Seattle Center, Seattle, WA A small-scale world awaits kids here. They can put on a play at the Bijou Theatre, explore kid-sized houses from around the world, or hike in the Pacific Northwest woods and slide down a glacie...
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Mercer Slough Nature ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 1625 118th Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA For muddy fun, explore the forests, marshes, swamps, and bogs of the 320-acre Mercer Slough Nature Park, the largest remaining wetland in the metro area. Set close to the rush and bustle...
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Washington Park ArboretumParent rating: ![]() Location: Graham Visitors Center, 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA Every season is beautiful here. The well-loved arboretum's collection of 10,000 trees, shrubs, and vines ensures that something is at its peak every month of the year. In the fall, the Woodland Garden...
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Museum of History & IndustryParent rating: ![]() Location: 2700 24th Avenue E, Seattle, WA MOHAI celebrates the history of the Pacific Northwest, from 1780 to the present. Since it opened in 1952, it's become the largest private heritage organization in the state. A staggering...
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North Seattle Family CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 3200 NE 125th Street, Suite 2, Seattle, WA The Family Center offers support for parents (including an ongoing PEPS support group) and activities for families, including C...
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Camp LongParent rating: ![]() Location: 5200 35th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA This 68-acre park, hidden in the heart of West Seattle, is the only place in town where you can (legally) camp. Some of the camping and picnic areas are obviously well-traveled - it's not an ex...
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Thistle TheatreParent rating: ![]() Location: 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA Thistle Theatre is a Seattle-based theatre group that presents puppet shows at three locations around town. Performances are generally suitable for kids ages three and up. Thistle Thea... |
Wing Luke Asian MuseumParent rating: ![]() Location: 719 S King Street, Seattle, WA The Wing Luke Asian Museum is a good place to start when visiting the International District, although there's not a lot here to interest most kids below the gradeschool level. ... |
Edmonds City ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: Third Avenue S and Howell Way, Edmonds, WA This medium-sized city park, located close to the Edmonds waterfront, is worth the drive from Seattle if you're looking for somewhere new to explore. The grounds are heavily wooded with large old tree...
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Kelsey Creek ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 410 130th Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA A visit to Kelsey Creek makes a delightful outing with kids - it's worth the drive if you live in the Seattle area. The park is made up of 150 acres of forest and wetland habitat, with a number...
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Northwest Railway MuseumParent rating: ![]() Location: 38625 SE King Street, Snoqualmie, WA A turn-of-the century depot houses the Northwest Railway Museum (filled with antique box cars and engines) and functions as a hub for the Snoqualmie Valley Railroad. On weekends from Apr...
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