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Seattle's Pike Place Market by night // www.seattle.gov
If you're new in town, chances are the last thing you want to do is look like a tourist. In fact, you're probably more eager to explore Seattle's lesser-known gems instead of hopping on a Duck Tour.
But when visitors come to town, all bets are off -- and it ends up being a great excuse to scope out some of Seattle's most famous sites. So, here are some of the Emerald City's main attractions:
1.) The Space Needle
At the risk of stating the obvious, the Space Needle is to Seattle what the Sears Tower is to Chicago or the Empire State Building is to New York -- and like all observatories, the view is best enjoyed on a clear day.
2.) The Underground Tour/Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square is one of Seattle's most historical districts, but it's also known for being home to the Art Walk, Elliott Bay Bookstores, and the famous Underground Tour winding through the old city that literally lies beneath street level.
3.) Pike Place Market
Look out for flying fish at the famous Pike Place Fish market. Aside from the famous fish toss, you can also eat at some of Seattle's best restaurants, see the original Starbucks, visit the aquarium, or enjoy fresh foods from the market in the nearby park.
4.) Experience Music Project
One of Seattle's great legacies is its music scene, from Jimi Hendrix to Nirvana. So it's no surprse that the city's home to the Experience Music Project, where visitors can learn more about the history of music globally, as well as in the Pacific Northwest.
5.) Seattle Art Museum/Olympic Sculpture Park
The recently-renovated Seattle Art Museum is a sight to behold -- it's also home to a delicious restaurant and a number of excting special events. When you're done with the main museum, end the day at the Olympic Sculpture Park -- another new addition to the city.
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