Location: International District
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Top 10 Things to do in International District, Washington (WA)
In Seattle you simply can’t skip the Central Public Library – a modern architectural marvel of glass grids, unusual shapes, and a “book spiral” that climbs four stories. Stroll over to Pike Place Market to visit the original Starbucks and play catch with a fishmonger. In the heart of the city lies Chihuly Garden and Glass, which will dazzle you with its colorful and delicate works. Glide to the top of the Space Needle for panoramic views of the surrounding mountain ranges and Puget Sound.
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1. Momo
2. Street Savvy FREE Walking Tours Seattle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
I want you to enjoy and learn about the unique city of Seattle; so the tour contains entertaining stories about it’s history, iconic buildings, and famous landmarks. It is my goal that whether you come from another country, US city, or down the street that when you return home you will think of Seattle as an awesome city. All you have to do is sign up for a start time that works best for you (on my website), dress appropriately for the weather, and at the end of the tour you can pay whatever it was worth to you.
3. Mission Escapes
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Enjoy a Reality Escape Room with exclusively private booking in Downtown Seattle. 60 minutes of thrilling excitement! Two specially designed spacious rooms "Treasure Hunt" & "Lunar Escape".
4. Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience
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4.5 based on 326 reviews
More than a museum, The Wing is an experience. Step back in time into the living quarters of Asian pioneers and learn how they shaped Seattle. Check out exhibitions of real life stories, including Day in the Life of Bruce Lee, detailing the personal habits of global icon Bruce Lee and his local connection. And plan for a tour of the Chinatown-International District neighborhood - Seattle’s second Chinatown location – to get an insider look at its history, sights and foods. A must-do for anyone who wants the local experience.
Reviewed By B5921PZjasonw - Key West, United States
Wanting to learn more about Chinatown and the International Dist., we signed up for the 90 min walking tour which included admission to the museum. The museum itself is rather small, as others have noted, but the exhibits are well done and exceptionally representative of the international districts very diverse population. The walking tour was just us four, and one other fellow, it began within the museum showing theater curtain painted with ads for local businesses, from about 100 years ago. What an outstanding artifact to show what was once there. We then headed out into the alley next to the museum to see stores and apartments, these had been lived in for several generations, only recently (within the past 10-15 years) being converted to museum space. Then it was off to a real life Fortune Cookie factory (we found no one trapped inside), this was neat! Then several several blocks of historical buildings and shops, some more interesting than others. The overall area is undergoing vast change, like most cities, so there is a mix of what was there for decade until just a few years ago with what is there now. I wish I had taken to same tour in 2008, 10 years ago it would have been like traveling back in time 50 years, today one can catch small reminders of that time, but change has largely overtaken the travel back in time aspects. On the whole, if you wish to learn a great deal about Chinatown, the International Dist., its people, and this aspect of life in Seattle or the Northwest more broadly, GO! You will be happy you did, I know I am.
5. Uwajimaya
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4.5 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By wireless_in_CA
This was a large Japanese grocery store that definitely rivals 99 Ranch for the selection of food items and value. Of course mostly Japanese items but we found a good number of Filipino specialties (kuchinta, tocino) as well as Hawaiian (Redondo’s Portuguese sausage). In the seafood section there was a lot of poke and fresh fish. The fruits and vegetables section was a little smaller. The food court was next door with lots of seating. A small mochi donut shop was at the very end. The Kinokuniya bookshop was also attached. Free parking with validation.
6. Seattle Pinball Museum
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4.5 based on 187 reviews
Come enjoy a truly unique Seattle experience. Play the largest public pinball collection in the Pacific Northwest. 50 plus games on free play with your paid admission. Located in the heart of Chinatown/International District. Also available vintage soda, bottled craft beer, ciders and snacks. Children 6 years and under are always welcome to observe.
Reviewed By Kingsville_Mike - Kansas City, United States
Friendly check in. The greeting golden retriver was fantastic. My wife and I really enjoyed the pinball museum. The machines were laid out cronoligically by manufacture date. We started from oldest to newest and then realized that we didn't see the second floor. We played through the second floor and had to go because of short on parking time. We enjoyed every minute we spent time there. The machine play was free, included with your admission and all machines played like new. Great place, lots of fun, highly recommended.
7. Bryan Ohno Gallery
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
8. Dragon Fest
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
The biggest pan Asian celebration in the Northwestern United States turns Seattle’s historic and vibrant Chinatown-International District into an even more exciting area to visit with a weekend jammed full of dragon and lion dances, loads of cultural performances and an awesome opportunity to sample a vast array of Seattle’s best street food and enjoy specials offered at some of its most popular restaurants.
9. Union Station Great Hall
10. Hing Hay Park
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