BIOPHILIA...Sponsored by PRIME.... never heard of it till…read morestumbling across this place. Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, an Amazon Company satellite office (i guess where Amazon Corporate employees can go when the need to connect with nature arises during work day)...cool concept, wish my job offer a green house. -lower level open to the public. Cool display of frogs and crystal shrimp. -Staff was knowledgeable and seem like they like their job and sphere concept. -Verdict: worth checking out when in the area....BIOPHILIA for LIFE......

There were plenty of street parking when we came on a week day. Parking was $1 per hour from 8AM to…read more11AM, $5.50 per hour from 11AM to 5PM, and $5.50 per hour from 5PM to 8PM. Wasn't sure what the place was about. We walked into the room and started looking around. There was an attendant who spoke about needing a reservation for visitors to enter the Sphere. The place was cool as there were tiny, poisonous frogs to look at.

James was amazing. Had lots of great suggestions for things to do. We did alll of them and did…read morenot regret one decision. Give that man a raise!!!!!!

Perfectly located just in front of Seattle's largest tourist attraction, the Pike Place Market…read more This kiosk is filled with travel guides and coupon books. It is also open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m with a concierge to help you maximize your time in the Emerald City. The staff member covered all the bases from transportation to restaurants to tours of the city (walking, bus and boat). They will even help you book reservations for certain activities. He pointed out a few random things to see at the market (gum wall, ewwww) and the surrounding area and was great all around welcome wagon for the city. Make sure you pick up both a Seattle Deals and Seattle Premier Attractions booklet which contain coupons for tours, restaurants and shopping. We used several during our trip.

What a wonderful way to learn about the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the issues they're…read moretackling. Everyone working there was so friendly and welcoming. The exhibits are interactive and fun for both adults and children. I attended one of their scheduled talks on the toilets and it was eye opening to learn about the issue and also the prototypes that have been built. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area! Pro tip: If you're making a quick-ish visit, you can park at the QFC a block away after you do your groceries ;)

Small visitor center that is free and open to the public. It is staffed by very knowledgeable…read morepersonnel (take the tour) and offers interesting insight into the history and efforts of the foundation. It is interesting to see what causes they have chosen to focus on, and the strides that they've been able to make. There is some debate as to whether a private citizen should be dictating global policy, but there's a lot worse things that the Gates could be doing with all their money. I enjoyed the visit and thought it was worth the education.

This is the absolute worst place to go "number two" I have ever been in the entirety of my life,…read moreboth childhood and adult. The stalls have cutouts in them at the top, not glory hole ones, manufactured cutouts... To, I guess, stop drugs...? I guess? Jenny Durkan needs to get down here immediately because this is disgraceful and inhumane. I can't imagine letting a child use this bathroom alone, they would literally be completely exposed. People deserve privacy when they use the restroom at the VERY LEAST

When my husband and I travel one of our first stops is usually the visitor center. But not in…read moreSeattle because we were here over a weekend and guess what? ... SEATTLE's VISITOR CENTER IS CLOSED ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY! Why in the world would a VISITOR CENTER be CLOSED on weekends??? Do they think people only visit here Monday thru Friday. Extremely disappointed that we could not talk to a local advisor to plan our activities and get advice about purchasing tickets to city venues.

We just got back from a wonderful Alaska experience coordinated by Alaska Active Travel. The…read morelogistics were flawless. They coordinated all lodging and all of the tours. We really enjoyed our time and highly recommend using this group.

Thoughtful and thorough travel prep! I enjoyed working with Andrea, who responded quickly to…read moreseveral of my inquiries about Alaska travel. We traveled in August to Glacier Bay National Park, leaving from Juneau. Logistically, everything was taken care of. With a ferry or flight option to Gustavus, the jumping-off point, we opted for the ferry. Once we arrived we got on a bus to the Glacier Bay Lodge, for an included overnight. The next day's boat ride to explore the park was a spectacular treat. Having been in SE AK for a rainy week, I was hoping against hope for a glimmer of blue sky as we traveled to see the glaciers. Amazingly, the sun burst through the clouds as we began our day, bringing out sunglasses and sunscreen. It was a party atmosphere as people reveled in the full daylight. We got back to the lodge in time to be bused to the airport for a flight back to Juneau, with the sun showing off the mountains and waters from above. I was thankful for a window seat! I would highly recommend Alaska Active Travel as they are detail-oriented and can provide many options to customize your trip. P.S. - On cue - the rain resumed in Juneau the next day. We were very lucky!

Park in downtown with great accessibility. It is between the waterfront and the centennial trail…read more There are plenty of areas to sit and gaze out to the sound. The park also features plenty of art sculptures and hosts free events in summer

The renovations to this park has been great! It's great having different paths for cyclists and…read morepedestrians. The beaches are more accessible. The natural flora are beautiful. There are also a lot more seats and picnic tables. My only gripe is the lack of bathrooms. There's one up at the top of the park but the next one is further in the park where Cafe Hagen has opened up. I'm glad that cafe opened up because there needed to be a food option. But the bathrooms are disgusting. They've only been open for a month and it's the only bathroom in the park. They need to do A LOT more cleanings. The staff at the cafe was mostly friendly except the Asian girl that worked on Saturday. She seemed more interested in chatting with her friends than serving customers. It's a shame considering the other staff members were friendly. I hope these are resolved soon. Otherwise the park is beautiful. Just plan your bathroom breaks.

I think most people neglect this park in their hurry to get to the locks and the fish ladder. This…read moreis a nice park with benches and paved walkways. Immerse yourself in watching the boats from afar, and maybe even have a small picnic. You won't be competing for space even if the near by attractions are packed with people like sardines. The park is well maintained and very accessible to everyone of all ages and abilities.

Commodore Park is an unassuming little park on a hill on the south side of the Ballard Hiram Locks…read more In and of itself, it has next-to-nothing, park wise, and I normally would not have written a review for it. But I found a worthy reason to write. The parking is free here! The chances of a visitor finding this review is pretty low, but if any locals are following me and goes to the locks for themselves or out of town visitors. Well, save yourselves a few bucks by mapping to here instead. If you look at Google map, this park is the southwest edge of the locks. Near the street side (highest elevation), it has a fantastic view of the locks itself. There's a small parking lot, and there is street parking. The area is residential, so the parking is free. Unlike the official parking lot on the north side, that's paid parking. There is a short trial that will take you down to the Fish Ladder and the Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks. A part of the trails is pretty and shaded with trees. With the breeze from the water, this walk is much welcomed on a sunny day. Be sure to cross to the north side for the visitor center of the Locks and the rose garden.

A MUST when visiting Mt. Rainier / Crystal Mountain resort - it was the perfect way to admire what…read morethe wifey had just accomplished, running down the gigantic mountain, the ride up is about 10 - 15mins, all worth it!!! breath taking views of Mt. Rainier, do dress accordingly, it was pretty windy and about 10 degrees colder up on the mountain. there is a restaurant/restrooms observation chairs and a beer garden at the top! but the view!!! stunning, the greens/whites/ snow peak colors with the sky blue in the background. as usual parking could be hit or miss, they do have several parking lots but the closest one to the gandola ( the paved one ) is on the smaller side, they have other lots designated by letters ( which also unpaved ) Info on Gondola here: https://www.crystalmountainresort.com/things-to-do/activities/mt-rainier-gondola

Came for the day while friends skied. Beautiful, sunny and gorgeous! Snow already melting - this…read moreis the last day of the season. Gondola tickets $54 each and you get 2 round trips.

There were some street parking that costed $1 per an hour from 8AM to 11AM and $1.50 per an hour…read morefrom 11AM to 6PM. Great place to visit a lot of venue in one place. Also great to roam around. They conveniently have the monorail in the Seattle Center.

I've attended a few events here, the most recent being the Carnival of Cocktails on March 8, 2025…read more It was a fantastic experience with a great selection of drinks and small bites. I also appreciated that the event took place in two different venues--the Exhibition Hall and the Fisher Pavilion. Walking between them, I enjoyed the stroll and the views. Overall, I've had good experiences with events here. Parking options include paid street parking nearby or the parking garage across the street.

My wife and I just returned from our Uncruise Adventure in South East Alaska, and wow. This was one…read moreof the best trips we have ever taken. We experienced the Uncruise Adventure named the Wild, Wooly, and Won aboard the ship the Legace. We had the best time. The crew was amazing. Captain Tim, Shelby, Matheew, Chad, Andrew, Will, and Chief are genuinely great people. The entire team was just outstanding and so much fun. Highlights: The food was five stars. We did not have one bad meal. Andrew mixed up some incredible drinks at the bar, and the chief was amazing. The boat was so cool and comfortable. We loved the small size and saw parts of Alaska that were very remote. The wildlife was life-changing. We witness Wales bubble feeding, bears eating on the shore, Eagles everywhere, sea otters, dolphins, jellyfish, and more. If you like to observe aminals in their natural habitat, this is the adventure for you. I was gobsmacked by how incredible the crew of the Legacy was with all of the guests. Honestly, the crew made everyone feel like family. Can you imagine running around on a small skiff in remote Alaska with a marine biologist talking about all the wildlife around you, especially the humpback whales? Shelby was truly amazing and made everything enjoyable. What an incredible group of people. Lastly, was all the fun and amazing people we met on our voyage. The best part about our adventure was all the new friends we made. The thing about this cruise is everyone is in great shape, loves adventure, and is around the shape age. I was worried the ship would be packed with escapees from the Seattle nursing home. That is not the case at all. The youngest person on the boat was ten years old, and we had a few grandparents along for the ride with their families. I can promise you everyone had a great time. In conclusion, go on this adventure. It was an absolute blast. Thank you again, UnCruise, CaptianTim, the crew, and our new friends. BEST TRIP EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The pluses: Amazing food. Amazing food. And amazing food. Also, some talented naturalists and…read moreoutdoor guides. BUT, a few big drawbacks: The boat, the Safari Endeavor, was very old and not as advertised. The sales literature said it was renovated 11 years ago. Patently untrue. The boat was built in 1984 and looks and vibrates like it was built 40 years ago, too. I also felt I was patronized constantly as an older person. I'm 65, in terrific shape, hike regularly and bike 20 miles daily. I was told ridiculous things like, "Let's give the seal lions room," as if they don't know how to swim, or "let's step back from the edge" of a viewing platform as if I were a toddler. Just not my vibe. Also, excursions that were advertised as two hours were cut short to 80 minutes at least three times. Our trip also had many people whose tickets were comped, including the large family of the cruise director, which lent an odd air of missed privilege to the adventure. It didn't help that Alaska is melting; for the money, I would recommend Patagonia 100 times to Alaska. It's much more beautiful with exquisite blue glaciers that are still visible. Or for old spruce trees, visit the Boundary Waters of Northern Minnesota. If you do go to Alaska, I'd find another small ship operator with vessels that are worth the dollar charged. The Endeavor needs to be retired.