rutley21 From United States of America, joined Apr 2009, 175 posts, RR: 33 Posted (11 months 2 weeks 4 days 19 hours ago) and read 1822 times:
So I'm not sure where I should've posted this, Hopefully this is the right place to post this.
I'm flying to Seattle next month at the end of the month for about 3 or 4 days. I'm not really sure yet. This would be my second time going to Seattle. I chose to go back there because I love Seattle, Its a great City.
I'm just trying to start planning my trip. Does anyone know anything about ground transportation in Seattle or like what to do there, things to see, etc. I would like to know so I can plan my trip and make my trip worthwhile.
Thanks,
Rob
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IAHFLYR From United States of America, joined Jun 2005, 4719 posts, RR: 25 Reply 2, posted (11 months 2 weeks 4 days 3 hours ago) and read 1758 times:
The Museum at BFI
Boeing Tour in Everett
Pikes Market
The Space Needle
Woodinville Wineries
Snoqualmie Falls
Ballard Locks
Victoria Island
Friday Harbor
So many things to see and do. The entire area offers wonderful restaurants and bars, even better if you dig and search a little. We will be there for a long weekend soon, a great city for sure!! Enjoy.
Any views shared are strictly my own and do not a represent those of any former employer.
PI4EVER From United States of America, joined May 2009, 599 posts, RR: 2 Reply 3, posted (11 months 2 weeks 3 days 20 hours ago) and read 1721 times:
Hey Rob,
I add to all the suggestions of IAHFLYR, particularly the Boeing Museum of Flight at BFI. Right on the bus line from SEA-TAC to downtown so any easy get to place by public transport.
Bus and the new LINK Light Rail will get you into town from the airport. The bus leaves from the street level baggage claim area to the far right as you exit the terminal building. Look for signs for new LINK station.
If you are interested in inexpensive airport area hotel, the RedRoofInn is a short walk via sidewalk directly in front of the terminal. Nearby restaurants and ask for a room facing the terminal for airplane action. The nearby Radisson and DoubleTree are very nice but much pricier.
Be sure to do a walk-on walk-off roundtrip on a ferry crossing Puget Sound. Great views of the SEA skyline and harbor activity. Riding a ferry in SEA ranks high on the list of things to do like drinking a cup of coffee there....
Easy to get to the Space Needle and Seattle EXPO area by public transport or monorail. Spectacular views of this beautiful city so don't miss it.
Fish &Chips because the Halibut is better than FL Grouper, and even better washed down with Rainier Beer if you're old enough......
Lots of fun things to see and eat at Pike's Market.
Be safe and enjoy your trip!
Tom in TPA
IAHFLYR From United States of America, joined Jun 2005, 4719 posts, RR: 25 Reply 4, posted (11 months 2 weeks 3 days 20 hours ago) and read 1718 times:
Quoting PI4EVER (Reply 3): Fish &Chips because the Halibut is better than FL Grouper
How did I forget, a dungeness crab from Anthony's Pier 66 on the waterfront or get over to Salty's in West Seattle (Alki) using the little ferry from around Spring Street and the waterfront for some great views of downtown and excellent food.
Any views shared are strictly my own and do not a represent those of any former employer.
PI4EVER From United States of America, joined May 2009, 599 posts, RR: 2 Reply 5, posted (11 months 2 weeks 3 days 19 hours ago) and read 1704 times:
I'll add for IAHFLYR as well.....if anyone can fit in a day trip to Victoria....flying on AS/QX or Kenmore Air, or by high-speed catamaran Victoria Clipper, two great places to eat in the Inner Harbour of Victoria is Lido Bistro and Red Fish/Blue Fish. Lido is actually on the dock when the inner-harbour ferries and Kenmore Air floatplanes arrive/depart....outside patio dining for great views of boats and floatplanes. Red Fish/Blue Fish is actually a food truck serving great take away food and drink and you sit right on the concrete wharf/dock to eat and enjoy the sights.
Check out what exhibits are on display at nearby B.C. Museum, and at least walk into the Empress Hotel.
On of the best day trips to "another" country you can experience....and you'll keep coming back!
rutley21 From United States of America, joined Apr 2009, 175 posts, RR: 33 Reply 6, posted (11 months 2 weeks 3 days 17 hours ago) and read 1694 times:
I will be sure to check all of those places out. I've been to both of the aviation museums there. But I plan on going back to them again, especially the one at KBFI.
I'll definitely do most of that. Im not quite 21, so the beer is out of the question. Haha. Are the buses easy to use there? I've used public transportation before, But never in a city that im just visiting.
You will obviously see some things you've done already, but there are obviously many other things I didn't get to. As for public transport, I understand it to be pretty good, especially the ferries which I partook of. However, I didn't indulge too much in the land transport as I stayed downtown and walked to every place that was in the area.
Going back to the ferries, you will find the state website helpful: Washington State Ferries. Included are routes, schedules, and fares.
Have a fun trip!
I've flown with Charlie I, Buddy, Earl, Carl I, Lucy II, Fritz, Stretch, L.J., Thunder, Flip, André, and 21 others
IAHFLYR From United States of America, joined Jun 2005, 4719 posts, RR: 25 Reply 8, posted (11 months 2 weeks 3 days 13 hours ago) and read 1670 times:
Quoting rutley21 (Reply 6): can't eat shellfish, Unfortunately. But I'll check those places out. Would you by chance know how much a ferry run costs?
Then go for the grilled or cedar planked salmon, awesome!! The ferry to Alki is cheap, maybe $6 round trip but then I've slept since the last time we took the ferry over the Salty's, the drive if you have car is about 10 minutes from downtown and easy. The ferry is just pure Seattle and great views.
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rutley21 From United States of America, joined Apr 2009, 175 posts, RR: 33 Reply 9, posted (11 months 2 weeks 3 days 12 hours ago) and read 1666 times:
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