The main thing I wanted to see on our Seattle trip was Jimi Hendrix gravesite and memorial. This…read moregoes back to my love of jimi and his music. In 1975 I did an English term paper on him so I've been a fan for a long time. It is very nicely done and the up keep was great. You can see it when you enter. It was like a hallowed place for me and suggest checking it out if you are a fan and in the area.

A master of his craft, gone too soon…read more.......... When I told my friend I wanted to visit Bruce Lee, my friend - Cory Y, also told me about the Jimi Hendrix Memorial. I guess I was a bit too young to understand and know about the popular bands in the 60's & 70's, but I have heard this name - "Jimi Hendrix" many times, and especially about his performance of the Star Spangled Banner at Woodstock in 1969. As I got older, luckily there's YouTube, and it's just like I was able to go back in time as I got to watch, and see Jimi Hendrix in action. One of my personal favorite performances I saw of Jimi is this performance of Voodoo Child, check out this link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFfnlYbFEiE I also dug this song - All Along The Watchtower https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVLqFQ5QT7Y If you're a music buff, visiting Jimi Hendrix is a must if you're ever in Renton, WA.. The mausoleum where Jimi Hendrix is buried is definitely a sight to see! The Jimi Hendrix memorial features an array of murals & his quotes, as well as a Fender Stratocaster guitar which was his preferred guitar of choice. Gone too soon at a young age of 27, he will be forever remembered by his rare musical talent, and he was one of the greatest guitarist in the 20th century.

Such a nice and pleasant place - amazing how it's free too! Plenty of parking as well…read more This park is really peaceful and has tons to explore. It was very enjoyable to just sit and watch the fish, maybe find a turtle or two. There's lots of wildlife too - we even encountered a deer. Would definitely recommend stopping by here for a quick stroll, or to get lost for a few hours just soaking it all in.

Loved it here. Such a great place…read more I was looking for gardens with trails and found this place. It was relaxing and quiet. I loved it. I highly recommend stopping here if you're looking for scenic views.

The Pergola is an outstanding landmark in Pioneer Square. It was originally built as a shelter for…read morethe Yesler and James St. Cable Car Co. It's located at the intersection of James St. Yesler Way, and 1st Ave. It is made of cast iron and glass. There are a couple of street lamps that also serve as ventilation shafts for the abandoned public restrooms below. These are exquisite restrooms with marble dividers, terazo floors and brass fixtures. A description worth reading can be found here: http://www.historylink.org/index.cfm?DisplayPage=output.cfm&File_Id=2950. It was knocked down by Pete Benard in his 18 wheeler on January 15th, 2001. He was an inexperienced truck driver working for U.S. Xpress Enterprises of Chattanooga, Tenn. On August 17th 2002 the rebuilt Pergola was celebrated. It took 3.9 million dollars to put it back together again, a task that some believed impossible.

Southport is a beautiful place with wonderful amenities. This property includes apartments, The…read moreHyatt, and an incredible water view restaurant. There's a large parking garage where we left our car and then enjoyed walking around admiring the aesthetically pleasing Hyatt. There's even some outdoor gathering spots with fire pits and comfy couches! The showstopper though is without a doubt Water's Table restaurant with gorgeous views of the lake, an innovative menu, and beautiful plating. I keep this place on my date night list whenever the husband asks me where I'd like to go. Perfect spot to enjoy dinner, the sunset, and a walk along the water after.

I love the Southport community though I am uncertain what this entry is for as Southport consists…read moreof six different businesses and three empty towers. They aren't owned nor managed by a single company. The Bristol Apartments, for example, is owned by one investment company that is different than the empty towers and the Hyatt is a Hyatt property. It's a bit confusing if this review is for the neighborhood? Do we review neighborhoods now? And it is for all intents and purposes a neighborhood. There's one road in and one road out with the Hyatt, the Bristol, Tra, Peyrassol, the Seattle Family Center, Dock and Drink, and Water's Table filling out the portfolio. It is very pleasant with Coulon Beach Park next door and excellent viewing of fireworks when that resumes. With the parking garage there's plenty of parking though I cannot stress more than ever do not leave any valuables in sight in your vehicle. Southport may be isolated, but that isn't a deterrent for thieves. Personally I'd recommend parking where there's foot traffic since the upper levels are vacant I've only seen smashed out windows at those levels. And it is a pleasant place! In the summers it is busy. The water is so close and the views amazing. I love the four restaurants. It can get loud, and with the exception of a few incidents in 2020 due to people being angry about the mandates at the time it is a very safe space where families, dog walkers, and cute couples gather. Many a wedding takes place in the warmer months so it isn't uncommon to see beautiful gowns and fancy tuxedos, though I'm partial to the Indian weddings since the guests come in beautifully colored saris. There is a lot of diversity at the waterfront and that makes it a wonderful place to be. The winters can be busy too with Coulon Beach Park putting up lights for the holidays and Argosy cruises bringing the Christmas boats by. I always appreciate the carolers. I only wish people would acknowledge the road properly. Drivers ignore the speed limit signs, occasionally just stop in the middle street, or try to double park. Pedestrians often aren't much better because though there's a great sidewalk that connects the docks to the Bristol running up to Coulon Beach Park they'll just walk down the middle of the road like it's a bike path. I have seen a few close calls with pedestrians almost being hit because they're walking down the road instead of the sidewalk. It is a great area.

My visit to the Columbia Tower Observatory on the 73rd floor was nothing short of amazing. The…read moreviews are absolutely breathtaking--truly one of those experiences where you find yourself stopping just to take it all in. Seeing Seattle from that height gives you a completely new appreciation for the city and its surroundings. What made the visit even more enjoyable was the staff. Every employee I encountered was incredibly welcoming, friendly, and genuinely pleasant. Their warmth made the experience feel even more special, and it was clear they take pride in creating a positive atmosphere for visitors. One observation I did have relates to the elevator experience. It has been two years since my last visit, and unfortunately, the elevator's video system is still not functioning. I remember when the observatory first opened, and the video played during the ride up--it added an engaging and memorable element to the experience. Without it, the ride feels noticeably less enjoyable. Interestingly, others seemed to feel the same way. I mentioned how long the video system has been out of service while riding up, and a couple riding up with us--visiting from Australia--commented that it would have been nice to have something to watch during the ascent. As an alternative, it might be a wonderful opportunity for the elevator operator to share a few interesting facts during the ride up. A brief, engaging introduction--highlighting that this is the tallest building in Seattle, along with a bit of history about its construction and facts about its tenants--could really enhance the experience and help pass the time in a meaningful way. Additionally, with all three video screens currently not working and visibly cracked, addressing this issue would make a noticeable difference. Either repairing or replacing the screens--or even temporarily covering them--would create a much more polished and welcoming feel for visitors and help elevate the overall experience. You can't beat the view though!

If you're deciding between the Sky View Observatory and the Space Needle, I'd strongly consider Sky…read moreView. The experience felt much more laid back, with fewer crowds and plenty of space to take in the views. It is also technically taller than the Space Needle. The observatory floor goes all the way around and has lots of helpful information and displays explaining what you're looking at, which made the experience more engaging than simply taking photos from an observation deck. There's also a café w/ bar upstairs, making it easy to relax and spend some time enjoying the scenery. One of the biggest advantages is that you get incredible panoramic views of Seattle including the Space Needle itself, which makes for some great photo opportunities. We got lucky and it was a beautiful afternoon and were able to watch the sunset from there. Between the views, the atmosphere, and the overall value, this ended up being one of my favorite stops in Seattle.

Hat n' Boots iconic landmark of Seattles past from Georgetown. Originally part of a gas station…read moreit's now resting in park for generations to marvel at when visiting Georgetown area... Great for a photo shoot or a cool hang with friends... Preserving our quirky local heritage is a must cause not much left.

We stopped by Oxbow Park to check out the large boot and hat. It was quite cute…read more We drove by the location at first since we could not find a parking location. Got turned around and parked next to sign in pictures. Area was somewhat clean, and a few other visitors. No kids in the play area. No restroom or covered area unless you consider the large hat. If you just want the photo op, this is the place, but not to take my kids to play for an extended period of time. Im giving it a 4 due to lacking the following: Parking Bathrooms

When I was in Seattle for a few days before our Alaskan cruise I loved running back and forth…read moreacross this bridge each morning to keep my marathon training going. Running the Homer M. Hadley Memorial Bridge offers a great view of Lake Washington as you run 1.1 miles each way back and forth from the park to Mercer Island. There is a bicycle and pedestrian path on the north side which I was on. It's a good 2.2 mile run that is easily turned into a 5K running the extra around the picturesque park back on the Seattle side. This is actually a floating pontoon bridge opened on 1989. Pretty cool engineering feat. One of the widest floating bridges in the world.

Cool drive across the floating bridge, what a view on both sides of the bridge. Amazing how…read moreengineering works. It deserves a 5 for design, length, placement, view, surrounding

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.