Description
This pilgrimage tour of various cultural landmarks and museums in Greater Seattle will bring you into the heart of the diverse cultures and pioneering art of the Pacific Northwest.
Itinerary
Downtown Seattle
Pike Place Market
Known as “The Heart of Seattle,” Pike Place Market is one of the oldest farmers’ markets selling local farm products in the US and draws more than 100 million visitors each year.
Original Starbucks
The very first Starbucks store, its use of their original dark-brown mermaid logo makes it one of a kind.
Starbucks Reserve Roastery & Tasting Room
After visiting the original Starbucks, everyone should visit the Starbucks Reserve Roastery & Tasting Room, their largest flagship store in the world. Visitors can order their favorite coffee at the oval counter, then relax and enjoy the various types of coffee machines in front of them.
Space Needle
The Space Needle is one of Seattle’s landmarks and was built for the 1962 World Expo. Standing at the top of the tower, you can see not only the view of downtown Seattle, but also the Olympic Mountains, Cascade Mountains, Mount Rainier, Elliott Bay and nearby islands.
Seattle Great Wheel
The Seattle Great Wheel is the largest ferris wheel on the West Coast, with an upright height of 175 feet. An interesting waterfront spectacle, it is open all year round, with a fully enclosed cockpit and a roofed waiting area.
Chihuly Garden and Glass
Chihuly Garden and Glass displays a comprehensive collection of the creations of the glass art master Dale Chihuly, including not only his archives of early glass art and architectural works, but also his latest works, and selections from his private collections.
MoPop – Museum of Pop Culture
The Museum of Pop Culture was designed by Frank O. Gehry. Through a variety of fascinating science and education activities, displays of cutting-edge technology and interactive exhibitions of American popular culture, MoPop’s goal is to educate and inspire tourists of all ages.
Seattle Art Museum
At the Seattle Art Museum, you can see a large collection of art and relics from all around the world. The exhibits range in time periods including Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque, and span the globe withEuropean, African, Asian, Oceanic and American art, including a room dedicated to contemporary art from the Pacific Northwest. There are free guides for different collections.
Greater Seattle
Snoqualmie Falls
Located about a 40-minute drive from Seattle, Snoqualmie is a Salish word meaning “moon”. This 8-acre park with an over 80-meter tall waterfall is also a memorial for the Snoqualmie people who have lived in the valley for centuries.
University of Washington
Founded in 1861, the beautiful University of Washington campus is a must-see in Seattle.
Lakeview Cemetery
No matter how many years have passed since he died, Bruce Lee is still the world’s most famous kung fu idol. His grave is located in Lakeview Cemetery, Seattle, where it is regarded as a holy place by martial arts enthusiasts from all over the world.
Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience
Founded in 1966 and located in Chinatown, this museum is named after Wing Luke, the first Chinese-American to hold elected office in Washington. He devoted his life to civic-mindedness, human rights and community building. A popular series of exhibits at the museum are thematic exhibitions about Bruce Lee that change every year. The museum also regularly holds other exhibitions and events about the history and art of Asian immigrants.
Seattle Chinatown-International District
From the Wing Luke Museum, we will take a stroll in Chinatown. Also known as the International District, Seattle’s Chinatown contains not only well-preserved historical buildings and unique restaurants of Asian cuisines.