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National GeographicAug 12

8 of the Best Things to Do in Seattle With Kids

Blending urban exploration with outdoor adventure, Seattle invites families to experience its waterways, neighborhoods, and cultural landmarks in exciting ways. Families can head to Kerry Park, a ...

Revitalized in 2025, combines sweeping views and attractions.

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Alki BeachSightUrban beach for sandcastles and waterfront path.
Space NeedleSightOffers panoramic views with a revolving glass floor.
Pike Place MarketMarketCentury-old public market overlooking Elliott Bay.
Seattle WaterfrontFerry terminalRevitalized in 2025, combines sweeping views and attractions.
Seattle AquariumAquariumEducates and entertains with creatures from Puget Sound.
Seattle Great WheelAttractionTowers 175 feet above Pier 57.
Overlook WalkSightElevated pathway connecting downtown to the waterfront.
Seattle Children’s MuseumMuseumInteractive, play-based space for building and art.
Pacific Science CenterMuseumIts main science museum is on the ground of the Seattle Center near Downtown Seattle with auxiliary facilities in…
International FountainSightSplash through its water jets on the campus lawns.
Discovery ParkParkSeattle’s largest park with forests, meadows, and beaches.
West Point LighthouseSightHistoric lighthouse overlooking Puget Sound.
Green Lake ParkParkGreen Lake Park has a 2.8-mile paved walking path, sport courts, two swimming beaches, wading pool, and non-motorized…
Seattle SeahawksPlaceNational Football League team.
Seattle MarinersPlaceMajor League Baseball team.
Seattle KrakenPlaceNational Hockey League team.
Seattle Sounders FCPlaceMajor League Soccer team.
Seattle StormPlaceWomen’s National Basketball Association team.
Seattle Reign FCPlaceNational Women’s Soccer League team.
Seattle SeawolvesPlaceMajor League Rugby team.
Seattle TorrentPlaceProfessional Women’s Hockey League team.
Climate Pledge ArenaSightVenue for stadium tours.
T-Mobile ParkSightVenue for stadium tours and Mariners dugout.
King County Water TaxiPlace<p class="title-sm mb-3">Sail past the stress.
Woodland Park ZooMuseumHome to 800 animals from around the world.

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