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Things to do in Uptown

Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in Uptown, 9 with full Scout intelligence.

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Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.8 hr

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Best spots in Uptown

Space Needle

Uptown

Space Needle

The Space Needle offers panoramic city views from its observation deck, making it a good anchor for a Seattle Center outing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-$100 per person, especially if dining.

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★ 4.6$35–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Seattle Center

Uptown

Seattle Center

Seattle Center is an all-day destination for families and visitors, offering multiple museums, parks, and attractions like the Space Needle. Expect to spend a full afternoon or day exploring, with costs varying widely based on which specific venues are visited.

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$20–$100 typical2.3 hr visithard parking
Pacific Science Center

Uptown

Pacific Science Center

The Pacific Science Center is a good destination for a family-focused half-day outing, easily paired with exploring the Seattle Center. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $25-$40 per person for admission and potentially extra for IMAX or food.

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$25–$40 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking
Kerry Park

Uptown

Kerry Park

Kerry Park is a quick, free stop for iconic Seattle skyline views, best enjoyed on a clear day as part of a larger sightseeing tour. Expect to spend 30 minutes for photos, and plan for difficult street parking.

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$0 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

Uptown

Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

Toulouse Petit is good for a celebratory dinner or a lively evening out, especially for couples or small groups. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $50-100 per person.

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$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Chihuly Garden and Glass

Uptown

Chihuly Garden and Glass

Chihuly Garden and Glass offers a colorful art experience suitable for a 1-2 hour visit. It can be paired with other Seattle Center attractions like the Space Needle, typically costing around $30-35 per person for admission.

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$30–$35 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking
Seattle Children's Museum

Uptown

Seattle Children's Museum

A children's museum for families with kids under 10, typically a 2-hour indoor activity. Expect to spend $15-25 per person and plan for difficult parking at Seattle Center.

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$15–$25 typical2 hr visithard parking
"Artists At Play" Playground

Uptown

"Artists At Play" Playground

This is a great free spot for families with young children to spend 1-2 hours of active play. It pairs well with other Seattle Center attractions like the Space Needle or Pacific Science Center.

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$0 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Museum of Pop Culture

Uptown

Museum of Pop Culture

MoPOP is a 2-3 hour indoor museum visit, costing around $30-40 per person, good for a solo afternoon or a family outing, especially on a rainy day. It pairs well with a visit to the Seattle Center.

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$30–$40 typical2 hr visithard parking

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