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Seattle

Nestled against the Puget Sound, this seaside hub of the Pacific Northwest has always had something a little different up its sleeve. Seattle may have a reputation for being a quirky city where the sun doesn’t shine, but in reality The Emerald City shines with some of the most recreational activities of any U.S. city. No matter if you’re looking for camping, hiking, climbing, boating, swimming, skiing, snowboarding, or anything in between, Seattle has it. But this city built in a forest has all of the amazing aspects of a major metropolitan area, boasting fantastic art and cultural locations.

Population: 730,000

Median Household Income: $100,630

Median Property Value: $527,450

Events

Events In Seattle

If you’re looking for some of the most bizarre and yet exciting events and festivals in the country, Seattle is the place to be. Bumbershoot takes place over Labor Day Weekend when thousands will flock to the city to explore and celebrate all the crazy art made by this city. The Seattle International Film Festival is the longest running, largest, and most highly attended film festival in the United States, and justifiable so. Lastly, the Seattle Marathon takes place in November sporting one of the most beautiful marathon routes in America.

Restaurants in Seattle

With its proximity to the coast there is no shortage of amazing seafood in Seattle. Some of the essential spots to check out include the deceptively named FlintCreek Cattle Company, and Adana. If you’re more interested in some of the best street food found indoors then check out Nue in Capitol Hill. Lastly, Belltown’s No Anchor wows with its extensive beer menu, and delicious eats including smoked mussels.

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Attractions

Nearby Seattle Attractions

With all the trappings of a major city, and one of the most beautiful forested areas in the States, Seattle has no shortage of things to do and see. While most people are going to make a stop at the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, you’ll want to make sure to see some of the other amazing attraction this city has to offer. The Seattle Art Museum and the Frye Art Museum boast some truly lovely creations. And when the weather is nice be sure to bike down the Burke-Gilman Trail.