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During your Seattle vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
The Space Needle
From a distance it resembles a flying saucer on top of a tripod, and when it was built for the 1962 World's Fair, the 605-foot-tall Space Needle was meant to suggest future architectural trends. Today the Space Needle is the quintessential symbol of Seattle, and at 520 feet above ground level, its observation deck provides superb views of the city and its surroundings. Displays identify more than 60 sites and activities in the Seattle area, and high-powered telescopes let you zoom in on distant sights. You'll also find a pricey restaurant, SkyCity, atop the tower. If you don't mind standing in line and paying quite a bit for an elevator ride, make this your first stop in Seattle so that you can orient yourself. There are, however, cheaper alternatives if you just want a view of the city.
Woodland Park Zoo
Located in north Seattle, this sprawling zoo has outstanding exhibits focusing on Alaska, tropical Asia, the African savanna, and the tropical rainforest. The brown-bear enclosure, one of the zoo's best exhibits, is a very realistic reproduction of an Alaskan stream and hillside. In the savanna, zebras gambol and giraffes graze contentedly near a reproduction of an African village. An elephant forest provides plenty of space for the zoo's pachyderms, and the gorilla and orangutan habitats are also very well done. There's even a large walk-through butterfly house ($2 additional fee) during the summer months. Don't miss the giant Komodo dragons from Indonesia. A farm animal area and petting zoo are big hits with the little ones.
Frye Art Museum
Located on First Hill not far from downtown Seattle, this museum is primarily an exhibit space for the extensive personal art collection of Charles and Emma Frye, Seattle pioneers who began collecting art in the 1890s. The collection focuses on late-19th-century and early-20th-century representational art by European and American painters, with works by Andrew Wyeth, Thomas Hart Benton, Edward Hopper, Albert Bierstadt, and Pablo Picasso, as well as a large collection of engravings by Winslow Homer. In addition to galleries filled with works from the permanent collection, temporary exhibitions are held throughout the year.
Marriott Seattle Airport
Whether traveling for business, pleasure or planning a meeting, Marriott focuses on what it takes to make your trip successful. Enjoy the comfort of one of our newly renovated guest rooms, each equipped with high speed Internet access provided by iBahn, remote control television and telephones with voicemail. Start your day with a complimentary newspaper delivered to your room. Order breakfast in your room or sample the many tasteful options we offer in the Yukon Landing Restaurant. Enjoy a ...
Red Lion Hotel Seattle South at Boeing Field
We're located four miles north of Seattle Tacoma International Airport and eight miles south of Downtown Seattle at the intersection of State 599, S.R. 99 and Tukwila International Boulevard. Renovation Notice: The Pool will be closed for renovations until Summer 2007.Our restaraunt will be closed for renovations until November ...
Warwick Hotel Seattle
Experience the "Spirit of Hospitality" at one of Seattle's most personal hotels. The Warwick is in the heart of the "Emerald City" known throughout the world for its culture, commerce and quality of life. In Seattle's exciting downtown within walking distance to most major attractions such as the Space Needle, Seattle Center, Experience Music Project, Pike Place Market and world-class shopping, the Warwick Hotel greets you with European luxury and charm, From our front desk, to our concierge, ...
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