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There are lots of fun things to do while staying in the great Northwest! Here are a few of our favorites in Seattle and Enumclaw.
In Seattle
Pike Place Market - http://www.pikeplacemarket.org/
Pike place is a great farmers market with lots of booths, stores (including the original Starbucks), and places to eat fun food and people watch. There is lots of activity and a small park at the end where you can sit and enjoy a view of Elliott Bay and perhaps (if the weather allows) mountain views. Pike Place is one of those great places that is truly a favorite of both locals and tourists alike. A trip to Seattle is not quite complete without a stroll through the market. Conveniently accessed via downtown Seattle and/or the waterfront.
Pioneer Square - http://www.pioneersquare.org/
Seattle’s oldest neighborhood and a great place to take in a little history, shopping, people-watching, and plenty of opportunities for food and drink. Some especially fun things to check out include:
Underground Tour - http://www.undergroundtour.com/
Elliott Bay Book Company - http://www.elliottbaybook.com/
Space Needle - http://www.spaceneedle.com/
A guaranteed memorable event for all ages and a great way to see Seattle and Elliot Bay from above.
Ferry Ride/Seattle Waterfront - http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/
This gets you out on a boat in Elliott Bay for nice views of the city. You'll want to take off from Pier 50 (http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/info_desk/terminals/index.cfm?terminal_id=6) which is right on the Seattle Waterfront. You can drive onto the ferries or walk on but either way you'll probably want to turn around and get back on the ferry going straight back to Seattle. Check the schedule at the terminal to make sure you're not getting on a ferry going too far and where you can drive back on if you're going to drive. Before or after the ferry there are lots of great things to do on the waterfront. Eat at Ivars (http://www.ivars.net/) just down the way from the terminal, go to Ye Olde Curiosity Shop on pier 54 (http://www.yeoldecuriosityshop.com/), or just walk along the water.
Seattle Center – http://www.seattlecenter.com/
Clustered around the base of the needle is the Seattle Center. There are restaurants and other things to see like fountains, parks, the Seattle Science Center, even fair rides. The Center House, in the heart of Seattle Center, has an assortment of restaurants as well as the Children’s Museum (http://www.thechildrensmuseum.org/).
Northwest Folklife Festival - http://www.nwfolklife.org/
During Memorial Day Weekend at Seattle Center you’ll find the 37th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival, a four-day extravaganza of music and dance performances, visual arts and folklore exhibits, hands-on ethnic children's activities, symposia, dance and music workshops, crafts, food, imported goods, demonstrations of traditional arts, and more! Best of all, the festival is free to the public. May 23-26, 11am-11pm.
Gas Works Park - http://www.seattle.gov/parks/park_detail.asp?id=293
A fun park that used to be a gas plant. A little bit of a drive, but yields great views of Seattle, and a nice spot for picnic. Bring a kite if it's windy.
In Enumclaw
Anderson Rhododendron Garden - http://www.eskimo.com/~enumclaw/index.html
Several stunning acres of rhody's, azaleas, blooming trees and views of Mt. Rainier right in downtown Enumclaw. Fabulously fun paths for the whole family to explore and quirky fun garden furniture made from the branches and stumps of the recycled old rhody bushes and downed trees. This place is a must for everyone visiting as it is simply gorgeous this time of year.
The Garden is open to the public
on Sundays in May and at other times by appointment. The
Anderson Garden is a private home and garden, with no parking
lot, rest rooms, or picnic area. There has never been a charge
to visit the garden. Contact them by email at enumclaw@eskimo.com or phone 360-825-3201 if you would like to bring a group. Garden is located behind the house at 24921 SE 448th Street, Enumclaw,
WA 98022.
Don't miss checking it out!
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