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Brick corner building and storefronts along Ballard Avenue

A Day in Ballard Beyond Downtown Seattle

Ballard gives a Seattle visit a different rhythm from the downtown waterfront. You can browse neighborhood shops, watch the locks, or spend an afternoon with Nordic culture. On Sundays, the farmers market adds another reason to make the trip.

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Space Needle viewed upward beside a glass structure at Seattle Center

How to Plan Your First Visit to Seattle Center

Seattle Center brings several major attractions into one area, which makes it tempting to book them all. A better first visit starts with a choice: a city view, glass art, popular culture, or time in the public spaces. One main attraction and an unhurried break can be more satisfying than a full day of timed entries.

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Pike Place Market street entrance and Public Market sign

How to Plan a Food-Focused Visit to Pike Place Market

A Pike Place Market food visit should leave you with a good meal and a better sense of the place, not just a collection of queues. The market is a working neighborhood of independent businesses, and its appeal extends beyond the most photographed sign or the first counter you encounter.

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