Places to see
 | Chittenden Locks & Carl English Botanical Gardens
3015 54th St NW, Seattle, WA 98107
The locks were originally built in 1911 and represent fascinating technology of yesteryears. Locally known as Ballard locks, their main purpose is to avoid mixing of the sea and fresh waters and to help boats to move from the water level of the lakes to the water level of Puget Sound, and vice versa. Observing the ships , sailboat, barges and yachts entering and exiting the locks is a fascinating sight. The Fish Ladder, built to allow salmon to pass between fresh and salt water, is a major tourist attraction.
Also see the Carl English Botanical Gardens. This 7-acre garden houses more than 2000 varieties of plant species. |
| Pacific Science Center
200, 2nd Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
The Pacific Science Center provides learning of the natural world in the most entertaining ways.There are demonstrations and games on physical science for kids to enjoy. The items displayed include human body, dinosaurs, insects, computers as well as robots. Also visit the butterfly house. |
| Pike Place Market
1st Ave at Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101
The Pike Place Market is Seattle's heartbeat. Located along the waterfront, it was originally designed to allow produce growers and consumers to interact directly. Today, this historic sight familiarizes you with the smells, sounds and sights of Seattle. Entertainment and information tours are organized by the Market Foundation from Wednesday to Saturday. |
| Seattle Asian Art Museum
1400 E Prospect St, Volunteer Park, Seattle, WA 98112
As the name suggests, this museum is host to comprehensive pan-Asian art collection. Most exhibits are from India, Korea and Japan. These include sculptures, paintings and textiles. Light refreshments are available on-site at the Kado Tea Garden. You may also purchase Asian books and merchandise from the museum store. |
| Mount Rainier National Park
Tahoma Woods, Star Route, Ashford, WA 98304
This national park offers multiple summer and winter activities. Camping facilities are available and there are numerous hiking trails stretching hundreds of miles. In winters enjoy skiing and snowshoeing. Within the premises, you also have a museum and an inn. |
| Seattle Aquarium
1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59 at Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101
The Seattle Aquarium offers the most interesting sights of the marine life in northwest pacific. The underwater dome allows people to watch and enjoy fishes, sea mammals and other marines swim around them. There is also a touch-tank for kids where they can feel the sea creatures and learn to handle them with care. Do watch the sea otters and their antics. |
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