Derryl & Sharon's Guidebook
Food scene
On Lake Washington, the Blu Water Bistro on Leschi is one of our favorite restaurants. Good food, atmosphere and if interested in sports, you can enjoy watching the game in the bar over a good meal and cool drinks. They have a nice patio for outdoor dining. Plenty of parking.
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BluWater Bistro - Leschi
102 Lakeside AveOn Lake Washington, the Blu Water Bistro on Leschi is one of our favorite restaurants. Good food, atmosphere and if interested in sports, you can enjoy watching the game in the bar over a good meal and cool drinks. They have a nice patio for outdoor dining. Plenty of parking.
Daniel’s Broiler has 3 locations, downtown Seattle, Bellevue and Leschi. Our favorite is the Leschi location. The view of Lake Washington, the food and the atmosphere is wonderful. Parking is available.
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Daniel's Broiler - Leschi
200 Lake Washington BlvdDaniel’s Broiler has 3 locations, downtown Seattle, Bellevue and Leschi. Our favorite is the Leschi location. The view of Lake Washington, the food and the atmosphere is wonderful. Parking is available.
Meet the Moon is close to the Blu Water Bistro. It’s one of our favorite places for breakfast. They do serve lunch and dinner as well. Outdoor seating on a is available...Nice on a sunny day.
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Meet the Moon
120 Lakeside AveMeet the Moon is close to the Blu Water Bistro. It’s one of our favorite places for breakfast. They do serve lunch and dinner as well. Outdoor seating on a is available...Nice on a sunny day.
For fine dining awesome view and atmosphere, the Palisade is the right choice. Valet & free parking available.
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Palisade
2601 W Marina PlFor fine dining awesome view and atmosphere, the Palisade is the right choice. Valet & free parking available.
Another spot for good food, view on the waterfront and atmosphere, Anthony’s is great!
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Anthony's Pier 66
2201 Alaskan WayAnother spot for good food, view on the waterfront and atmosphere, Anthony’s is great!
Enjoy a margarita and great Mexican food while enjoying the view of Alki Beach, indoors by the window or on their outdoor patio!
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Cactus Alki Beach
2820 Alki Ave SWEnjoy a margarita and great Mexican food while enjoying the view of Alki Beach, indoors by the window or on their outdoor patio!
Elliott’s Oyster House, Pier 56 on Seattle’s Waterfront is very nice. Enjoy the view of Puget Sound (if seated outdoors on the patio) while enjoying great seafood!
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Elliott's Oyster House
1201 Alaskan WayElliott’s Oyster House, Pier 56 on Seattle’s Waterfront is very nice. Enjoy the view of Puget Sound (if seated outdoors on the patio) while enjoying great seafood!
There are several locations, but our favorite is on the waterfront. Good fish & chips, salmon, clams and other seafood selections.
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Ivar's Acres of Clams
1001 Alaskan WayThere are several locations, but our favorite is on the waterfront. Good fish & chips, salmon, clams and other seafood selections.
El Gaucho
2200 Western AveHomer
3013 Beacon Ave SBoth Ways Cafe
4922 S Genesee StWe’ve only been there for breakfast which is great!
Geraldine's Counter Restaurant
4872 Rainier Ave SEndolyne Joe's
9261 45th Ave SWSightseeing
The Space Needle is to Seattle, what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. This iconic structure debut in April of 1962 for the Century 21 World’s Fair here in Seattle. With a rotating glass bottom floor you’ll see a spectacular panoramic view as you see the city 600 feet in the air. Admission tickets start at $20.00 per adult, but what a view!
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Space Needle
400 Broad StThe Space Needle is to Seattle, what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. This iconic structure debut in April of 1962 for the Century 21 World’s Fair here in Seattle. With a rotating glass bottom floor you’ll see a spectacular panoramic view as you see the city 600 feet in the air. Admission tickets start at $20.00 per adult, but what a view!
This magnificent exhibition is located at the base of the Space Needle. All of the glass sculptures were created by world renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. It was opened in mid 2012. Although it is a little pricey at $24.00 per adult (children 4 and younger are complimentary). But it’s worth every penny.
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Chihuly Garden och Glass
305 Harrison StThis magnificent exhibition is located at the base of the Space Needle. All of the glass sculptures were created by world renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. It was opened in mid 2012. Although it is a little pricey at $24.00 per adult (children 4 and younger are complimentary). But it’s worth every penny.
This awesome museum use to only focus on music, but now it’s changed to all kinds of pop culture. You’ll see exhibits from important Seattle bands like Nervana & Pearl Jam. When you enter the museum, you’ll see the massive TV screen and the statue just recently placed outside of the museum of Chris Cornell.
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Museum of Pop Culture
325 5th Ave NThis awesome museum use to only focus on music, but now it’s changed to all kinds of pop culture. You’ll see exhibits from important Seattle bands like Nervana & Pearl Jam. When you enter the museum, you’ll see the massive TV screen and the statue just recently placed outside of the museum of Chris Cornell.
Gasworks Park Marina
2143 N Northlake WayThe Fremont Troll was made famous by the movie “Ten Things I Hate About You”. This massive troll lives under the Aurora Bridge in the Fremont District. He holds a an old VW Beetle in his left hand. In the area there’s shops and restaurants for you to enjoy. Although parking can be a little difficult it’s worth the short walk to see the troll under the bridge.
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Fremont Troll
Troll Avenue NorthThe Fremont Troll was made famous by the movie “Ten Things I Hate About You”. This massive troll lives under the Aurora Bridge in the Fremont District. He holds a an old VW Beetle in his left hand. In the area there’s shops and restaurants for you to enjoy. Although parking can be a little difficult it’s worth the short walk to see the troll under the bridge.
See the beauty of the sea at Seattle’s Aquarium located at 1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59 on the waterfront. For ticket information and hours, visit the website: https://www.seattleaquarium.org/
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Seattle Aquarium
See the beauty of the sea at Seattle’s Aquarium located at 1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59 on the waterfront. For ticket information and hours, visit the website: https://www.seattleaquarium.org/
World-Class Modern, Contemporary, Native American, Asian & African Art In Seattle.
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Seattle Selfie Museum
92 Union StWorld-Class Modern, Contemporary, Native American, Asian & African Art In Seattle.
Surrounded by the beauty and serene atmosphere of the Kubota Garden.
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Kubota Garden
9817 55th Ave SSurrounded by the beauty and serene atmosphere of the Kubota Garden.
Seattle japanska trädgård
1075 Lake Washington Blvd EBeauty all around.
Museum of Flight East Lot
Sightseeing & Food Tourist Attraction
As one of the most famous places in Seattle, Pike Place Market is a must see. Be sure to stop the first Starbucks in the market that opened in 1970.
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Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveAs one of the most famous places in Seattle, Pike Place Market is a must see. Be sure to stop the first Starbucks in the market that opened in 1970.
Woodland Park Zoo spans 92 acres, 70 of which are developed as exhibits and public spaces including entries and parking. See amazing wildlife from all parts of the world. There’s also a petting zoo for families to enjoy. Snack bars are available for a quick bite. Google for ticket and park hours information.
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Woodland Park Zoo
5500 Phinney Ave NWoodland Park Zoo spans 92 acres, 70 of which are developed as exhibits and public spaces including entries and parking. See amazing wildlife from all parts of the world. There’s also a petting zoo for families to enjoy. Snack bars are available for a quick bite. Google for ticket and park hours information.
The waterfront at downtown Seattle has stunning views over West Seattle and the Puget Sound, and it's a fun place to walk and explore. There are places to sit and enjoy the view, places to enjoy a quick snack, and places for fine dining. You can watch the ferries and container ships travel across Elliott Bay, or shop at unique souvenir and novelty shops, art galleries, and a family-friendly arcade. You'll see sea mammals and creatures of all kinds, whether at the Seattle Aquarium or along the shoreline. And best of all, much of the activity is free.
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Seattle Waterfront
The waterfront at downtown Seattle has stunning views over West Seattle and the Puget Sound, and it's a fun place to walk and explore. There are places to sit and enjoy the view, places to enjoy a quick snack, and places for fine dining. You can watch the ferries and container ships travel across Elliott Bay, or shop at unique souvenir and novelty shops, art galleries, and a family-friendly arcade. You'll see sea mammals and creatures of all kinds, whether at the Seattle Aquarium or along the shoreline. And best of all, much of the activity is free.
If you want to explore the beauty of nature without having to drive a far distance or without having to hike, Snoqualmie falls is the place for you. A very photogenic place where you can get ravishing photos of this magnificent wonder of mother nature. Free parking and a gift shop are one of the many features provided by the attraction. It’s about a 30-45 minute drive east of Seattle...So beautiful!
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Snoqualmie Falls
6501 Railroad AveIf you want to explore the beauty of nature without having to drive a far distance or without having to hike, Snoqualmie falls is the place for you. A very photogenic place where you can get ravishing photos of this magnificent wonder of mother nature. Free parking and a gift shop are one of the many features provided by the attraction. It’s about a 30-45 minute drive east of Seattle...So beautiful!
Enjoy the beautiful art in this lovely museum. If hungry, stop by the Café Frieda at the Frye Art Museum for a delicious meal.
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Frye Art Museum
704 Terry AveEnjoy the beautiful art in this lovely museum. If hungry, stop by the Café Frieda at the Frye Art Museum for a delicious meal.
Café Frieda at the Frye Art Museum
704 Terry AvePort Townsend
Port Angeles
Museum för historia och industri (MOHAI)
860 Terry Ave NMOHAI Cafe
860 Terry Ave NRecreation
Alki Beach is one of our favorite spots to hangout, walk and relax. With it’s beautiful view of the city, cool restaurants, swim, a trail to bike ride, jog or walk and much more. Alki Beach has all you need to spend a fun filled relaxing day.
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Alki Beach
Alki Beach is one of our favorite spots to hangout, walk and relax. With it’s beautiful view of the city, cool restaurants, swim, a trail to bike ride, jog or walk and much more. Alki Beach has all you need to spend a fun filled relaxing day.
Minutes away from our Airbnb location the Jefferson Golf Course is a favorite recreational course on Beacon Hill.
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Jefferson Park Golf Course
4101 Beacon Ave SMinutes away from our Airbnb location the Jefferson Golf Course is a favorite recreational course on Beacon Hill.
Another favorite across from the Jefferson Golf Course, the Jefferson Park is great for a walk, a cookout, playing tennis or spending time in the mini play area with your kids.
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Jefferson Park
3801 Beacon Ave SAnother favorite across from the Jefferson Golf Course, the Jefferson Park is great for a walk, a cookout, playing tennis or spending time in the mini play area with your kids.
Recreation & Sightseeing
Gasworks Park has an amazing view of Seattle’s skyline, also the remains of an old gasification plant that ran from the early 1900’s to the mid 1900’s. There’s plenty of free parking and lots of places within the park for kids and adults to explore. Be sure to walk up the park’s hill where you’ll see a rose compass at the top.
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Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake WayGasworks Park has an amazing view of Seattle’s skyline, also the remains of an old gasification plant that ran from the early 1900’s to the mid 1900’s. There’s plenty of free parking and lots of places within the park for kids and adults to explore. Be sure to walk up the park’s hill where you’ll see a rose compass at the top.
See Mount Rainier up close, and what a beautiful sight to behold! A short drive (about a 45-60 minute drive from Seattle) that you’ll thoroughly enjoy!
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Mount Rainier nationalpark
See Mount Rainier up close, and what a beautiful sight to behold! A short drive (about a 45-60 minute drive from Seattle) that you’ll thoroughly enjoy!
For skiing (winter), seeing it’s beauty (summer), Snoqualmie Pass is the place to go! A short drive outside Seattle.
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Snoqualmie Pass
For skiing (winter), seeing it’s beauty (summer), Snoqualmie Pass is the place to go! A short drive outside Seattle.
Swimming, Walking, Picnic Parks & Beaches
The second largest lake in the state, Lake Washington is another one of our favorite places to walk, picnic, dine at the restaurants on Leschi or just take in the view. The drive is 10 minutes west from our Airbnb location.
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Lake Washington
The second largest lake in the state, Lake Washington is another one of our favorite places to walk, picnic, dine at the restaurants on Leschi or just take in the view. The drive is 10 minutes west from our Airbnb location.
Shopping, Sightseeing & Restaurants
Southcenter
Downtown Seattle
Lots to do and lots to see in downtown Seattle!