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Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Explore the only combined zoo and aquarium in the Northwest. See walrus and wolves, penguins and polar bears, and sharks and tigers.

5400 N Pearl St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 591-5337
www.PDZA.org
41 minutes; 28 miles

Seattle Aquarium

See playful otters, incredible octopus and other amazing sea creatures. Touch live sea stars, urchins and more in the Life on the Edge exhibit. Explore the underwater world of the Pacific Northwest and a Pacific Coral Reef. CityPass participant. HA

1483 Alaskan Way
Pier 59
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 386-4300
(206) 386-4320 recorded info
www.seattleaquarium.org
21 minutes; 15 miles

Seattle Center

74 acres of concerts, ballet, opera, films, theater, festivals, family events, WNBA basketball, museums and more.

305 Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 684-7200
Fax: (206) 684-7366
TDD: (206) 684-7100
www.seattlecenter.com
23 minutes; 17 miles

Seattle Center Monorail

Traveling above city streets the Monorail provides a fast, fun, and eco-friendly link between Seattle Center, home to Seattle's most popular attractions, and all major downtown hotels, shopping, eateries, and waterfront just beyond. Group services available. Located at Seattle Center, adjacent to the Space Needle, and Westlake Center.

370 Thomas St 2nd Fl
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 905-2600
Fax: (206) 441-2901
www.seattlemonorail.com
23 minutes; 16 miles

The Seattle Public Library - Central

Visit Seattle's spectacular Central Library - join a docent-led tour or download an audio tour at www.spl.org. Free Internet, WiFi, author programs, gift shop, cafe and bus schedules.

1000 Fourth Ave
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 386-4636
www.spl.org
19 minutes; 15 miles

Space Needle

Revolving restaurant, Observation Deck, banquet level and gift shop. Elevator ride complimentary when dining. Valet parking available or ride the Monorail. Open daily.

400 Broad St
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 905-2111 Information
(800) 937-9582 Reservations
Fax: (206) 905-2107
www.spaceneedle.com
22 minutes; 16 miles