Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Snoqualmie Falls

"On the north end of Lake Union, you'll find what may be the most unique park in the area. The 21-acre industrial area, formerly the site of a gas plant, was transformed in the 1975 into a recreational complex (a worldwide first). You'll find that there's plenty to do in the park, including kayaking, sailing, picnicking, and bicycling."

"Gasworks park sits on the North shores of Lake Union in the Fremont neighborhood. We highly suggest grabbing a late afternoon beer at Fremont Brewing Co and walking over to Gasworks Park for sunset. On still nights, with little wind, Lake Union will reflect the colorful city lights making for some really abstract city skyline shots."

"It’s rare that you see a library on a list of awesome architecture, but Seattle’s main library is no architectural slouch. In fact, it’s pretty strange looking to say the least — all angles and glass and steel. But look closer and you’ll see that this building is a marvel of both creativity and function."

"Once the tallest building west of the Mississippi River, Smith Tower is one of the coolest and lesser known landmarks and unique things to do in Seattle. Ride to the observatory to the top of the building in one of the only remaining man operated elevators left in the US. The operator will be wearing period attire and make you feel like you’re entering Disney’s Hollywood Tower of Terror rather than a famous Seattle building."

"Located in historic Pioneer Square, Smith Tower is the city’s original skyscraper. Built in 1914, its 38-stories made it the tallest building in Seattle – a title it proudly held until the arrival of the Space Needle in 1962. In fact, at the time of construction, Smith Tower was considered the tallest building in the United States outside of New York!"

"It’s not the tallest building in town and it's not the flashiest either. But the triangle-topped tower is unique and well recognized as it’s one of the older buildings downtown. When Smith Tower opened to the public on July 4, 1914, it housed, two telegraph offices, retail stores, a public telephone station and offered office space."

"This wonderful museum eloquently run by the US National Park Service has exhibits, photos and news clippings from the 1897 Klondike gold rush, when a Seattle-on-steroids acted as a fueling depot for prospectors bound for the Yukon in Canada. Entry would cost $20 anywhere else; in Seattle it’s free!"

"Another fascinating kids' activity in Seattle is the Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park. Not only is it an educational and historical experience. But it is part of the National Park Service."

"At 295 metres to its tip, the Columbia Center is the tallest building in Washington State. When it was topped off in 1985 this skyscraper was the tallest building on the whole West Coast, though it has since dropped down to fourth on the list. In the 2010s the Sky View observatory on the 73rd floor has been modified to give you a 360° view, while two new express elevators and a new lounge have also been modified."

"Located in the Columbia Center of downtown Seattle, the Sky View Observatory is one of the lesser-known tourist spots of Seattle. It attracts smaller crowds than places like the Space Needle, and it isn’t as expensive. It’s perfect for visitors who like throwing away their travel guides to try new things and explore new places."

"Now you can go visit the Seattle Aquarium (also included in the CityPass), wander along the Waterfront Park, or go ride the Seattle Great Wheel. Here at Miner’s Landing is where we found some great souvenirs to take home as well."

"Viretta Park is a 1.8-acre park, with a magnificent view of Lake Washington by its side. This park is a two-tiered grassy spot, which is mostly known as an unofficial memorial for Kurt Cobain and is located just outside his former house. An evening spent at this park will be worth it as you go through the benches filled with notes to the late rockstar and lyrics of his songs."

"Viretta Park is famous for one thing: “Kurt’s bench.” The bench that Kurt Cobain may have spent lazy afternoons on in the early 90s is covered in dedications both passionate and humorous. Some leave artifacts, others curl up and commune with the departed songsmith. Apart from the cultural curiosity, though, the park is a rather nice, rugged little spot."

"For over 70 years, the Bellevue Arts Museum (or BAM) has been celebrating artists and the people who love their work. From the ornate to the whimsical, there is much to appreciate here. Even if you don’t like what you see initially, just turn the corner and you might be surprised by what you might find."

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"Seattle seafood legend Renee Erickson has reprised her Ballard oyster bar, the Walrus and the Carpenter, in this breezy Capitol Hill bar splashed with sprays of seafoam green and constructed as homage to the shores of Normandy and Brittany. Thus a bowl of manila clams may arrive with tarragon and rings of shallot, halibut crudo might be brightened with pickled cucumber and fresh rhubarb, brined and smoked leg of lamb may be served with the French egg sauce known as sauce gribiche—all in addition to the half dozen fresh oysters daily. If Melusine’s innovations are tamer than Walrus’s, they are no less satisfying—and they also include more meat."

"Bar Melusine, a fine French restaurant plus oyster bar in Capitol Hill, is a bright and chic spot offering some of the best seafood in Seattle. Chalkboards display a daily line-up ..."

"Nobody in the area knows better how to glorify the local seafood than this fifth-generation family-owned shellfish farm. Beyond growing some of the best and best-known oysters – kumamoto, Shigoku, and native Olympias – they pride themselves on pairing them with the wine that best shows off the seafood. At their Seattle locations - and in this Melrose Ave. one in particular -  cool marble and blue décor evoke the oceanic origins of the food: all kinds of oysters, cracked crab, and even the iconic giant clam known as geoduck."