By Jason Gordon
Kids will find plenty of fun things to see and do in Seattle.
, Washington, is an ideal vacation destination for families. Located in western Washington state between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington, Seattle is surrounded by water and mountains. Full of parks, walkable neighborhoods and great restaurants, Seattle is an ideal place for a fun holiday. The city offers a wide assortment of attractions and activities that are certain to engage the interest of younger travelers.
Seattle Center
Located in downtown Seattle, Seattle Center is the site of the 1962 Seattle World's Fair. In this compact space, there are enough activities for two days' worth of fun. The Space Needle, the Pacific Science Center, the Zoo, the Fun Forest Amusement Park, the International Fountain and lots more are all in a compact, walkable area.
Seattle Center
305 Harrison St.
Seattle, WA 98109
206-684-7200
seattlecenter.com
Seattle Aquarium
The aquarium is located on the Seattle waterfront, a destination in itself where you can walk, eat, shop and drink the day away. Full of exhibits on the local marine environment, as well as the Pacific Ocean, the aquarium is a great place for kids to spend the afternoon learning about the environment.
Seattle Aquarium
Pier 59 on the Waterfront
1483 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98101
206-386-4300
seattleaquarium.org
Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
Though technically located outside of Seattle, the Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark in Grand Mound is an ideal place for kids. The water park is in a lodge that has family-friendly rooms and places for adults to relax while their kids are splashing in the park.
Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound Waterpark
20500 Old Highway 99 SW
Grand Mound, WA 98531
360-273-7718
greatwolf.com
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About the Author:
Jason Gordon has been a writer for more than five years. In addition to online freelance work, he has written for "Texas Highways," "AAA Southwest," "Glimpse," the "University of Washington Daily," and the "Dallas Morning News." Gordon is currently studying for a master's degree in public administration and international studies.
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