Sights in Seattle & Bellevue:
located just eight miles east of Seattle, features
over 200 of the nationís finest stores and local
boutiques and draws 16 million visitors a year. It is
considered to be the premier shopping destination in the
Northwest, and one of the best shopping centers in the
nation.
Is the soul of Seattle. Continuously operating
for nearly a century, the Market's traditions, products,
and people create a unique shopping destination and a
thriving community.
Home to over 100 fantastic specialty stores and over
15 great restaurant and entertainment venues. Know
Before You GoÆ at Redmond Town Center...browse the Web
site and discover fun places to shop, dine and play.
See, touch and explore our amazing underwater world
at the Seattle Aquarium. Get face-to-fin with marine
life and discover the natural wonders of the Puget
Sound. What are you waiting for? Dive in!
Washington state's oldest and most prestigious winery
offers award-winning wines and a tasting experience
second to none at our chateau and historic grounds near
Seattle.
Founded in 1962 by ten friends, six of whom were
University of Washington professors, Columbia Winery is
Washington stateís first premium winery.
The area's
best thrill rides and roller coasters plus delicious
food, games and all the fun and excitement you can
handle!
The Seattle Center Monorail was built for the 1962
Seattle World's Fair to provide a crucial link between
the fairgrounds and the amenities downtown.
Experience the nostalgia of passenger rail as you
ride and dine in our luxurious, vintage rail cars. From
Renton to Woodinville, your journey takes you along the
shores of Lake Washington and over the historic
Wilburton Trestle (102 feet high and 975 feet long).
In May of 1981, Paul Shipman and Gordon Bowker
founded
in Seattle, Washington. Their decision to begin was
based on two important factors: The import beer market
was growing nationwide and the Pacific Northwest had the
highest per capita draft-beer consumption in the
country. They believed that the region would
welcome fresh beer brewed in accordance with European
traditions.
Bellevue Art Museum is the Pacific Northwest's center
for the exploration of art, craft and design through
exhibition, educational programs and partnerships,
emphasizing the work of regional artists.
Established in September, 1992 in Bellevue,
Washington (near Seattle), the museum houses more than
3000 dolls on display as well as for sale. Since
its inception it has become a "mecca" for doll
collectors and enthusiasts.
Built in 1962, the Space Needle served as the
symbol of that year's World's Fair. It has since
become the symbol of Seattle, and one of the most
recognizablestructures in the world. The privately
owned Space Needle is managed by the Space Needle
Corporation.
Is downtown Seattle's premier shopping, dining and
entertainment center. Featuring Tiffany & Co.,
MaxMara and Coach along with J. Crew, Chico's, Ann
Taylor, Helly Hansen, L'Occitane, Pottery Barn, Barnes
& Noble and Williams-Sonoma. An 11-screen AMC
Theatres complex. Sky bridge connection to the flagship
Nordstrom store. And, lots of affordable parking. It's
the place for fashion, food and film. Pacific Place
Parks:
Woodland Park Zoo is a conservation and education
institution demonstrating the value, beauty and
interdependence of all living things.
Gas Works Park has a Play Area
with large play barn, and big hill popular for flying
kites. Burke-Gilman Trail runs begins at Gas Works
parking lot and follows the Burlington-Northern Railroad
12.5 miles north to Kirkland Log Boom Park. Except at
intersections it is completely isolated from traffic.
Special Featuresinclude a sundial, and a beautiful view
of Seattle.
The Bellevue Botanical Garden, Bellevue, Washington
comprises 36 acres of display gardens, woodlands,
meadows and wetlands. Highlights include the NPA
Perennial Border, Waterwise Garden, Yao Japanese Garden,
Alpine Rock Garden and summer displays of dahlias and
fuchsias.
Myrtle Edwards Park has a 1.25-mile winding bike and
pedestrian paths along Elliott Bay, fantastic views of
the Olympics Mountains, Mount Rainier, andPuget Sound,
easy access from downtown and easy connection to bike
pathsto Magnolia.
Picture a perfect summer day, and chances are your
thoughts will takeyou to Alki Beach Park, a long beach
strip that runs from Alki Point to Duwamish Head on
Elliott Bay. It's a great spot for a 2.5 mile walk any
time of year, and in the summer draws joggers,
rollerbladers, volleyballplayers, beachcombers,
sunbathers, bicyclists and strollers out to enjoy the
sun.
Located in the heart of Seattle, Volunteer Park is
home the Volunteer ParkConservatory and the Seattle
Asian Art Museum. This historic Olmsted Park is beloved
by residents and visitors alike.
Green Lake is one of Seattleís most beloved parks.
Its expanse of water andgreen space in the center of a
dense urban neighborhood draws thousands of people daily
from all over the city.
Within the Seattle city limits, Seward park boasts
300 acres of beautiful forest land - home to eagles'
nests, old growth forest, a 2.4 mile bike and walking
path, an amphitheater, a native plant garden, an art
studio, miles of hiking trails, and more.
Lincoln Park was called Fauntleroy Park until 1922,
when the city bought it. The popularity of the name
Fauntleroy in this area
springs from the passionsof Lieutenant George Davidson,
who was taking soundings off the bluff in 1857. Davidson
had temporarily left his fiancÈe', Ellinor Fauntleroy,
back in Illinois.
At Meydenbauer Center every convention, meeting and
eventówhether an intimate gathering of 300 or a capacity
crowd of 3,000 ,receives the personal attention and
service thatís been bringing customers back year after
year.
fosters a healthy business environment by providing
strategic leadership, advocacy, tools and resources for
business success.
At Meydenbauer Center every convention, meeting and
eventówhether an intimate gathering of 300 or a capacity
crowd of 3,000 ,receives the personal attention and
service thatís been bringing customers back year after
year.
fosters a healthy business environment by providing
strategic leadership, advocacy, tools and resources for
business success.
