Kate Recommends
Shopping
If you love adventuring in the outdoors, this is the REI flagship store - even cooler than the Denver location (if you have been there).
90 locals recommend
REI
222 Yale Ave NIf you love adventuring in the outdoors, this is the REI flagship store - even cooler than the Denver location (if you have been there).
Crossroads Trading
325 Broadway EFun upscale brand consignment, but not too pricey.
Lightly used outdoor adventure gear and great deals on last years models. Located on a really cool street with restaurants, bars and shops. Also where the Ballard Market is on Sunday.
10 locals recommend
Ascent Outdoors
2201 Ballard Ave NWLightly used outdoor adventure gear and great deals on last years models. Located on a really cool street with restaurants, bars and shops. Also where the Ballard Market is on Sunday.
evo Seattle Store
3500 Stone Way NThe "cool" ski and snowboard shop in town.
Pot is legal people. Closest shop and one with a pretty large selection. Even if you don't buy or partake, it's an interesting scene/experience.
79 locals recommend
Uncle Ike's Central District Marijuana Dispensary
2310 E Union StPot is legal people. Closest shop and one with a pretty large selection. Even if you don't buy or partake, it's an interesting scene/experience.
Sightseeing
Selfie Opp ;)
And just kinda fun and weird. Troll is in Fremont, another cool neighborhood in Seattle. I lived in Fremont for 7 years.
15 locals recommend
Troll Ave
Selfie Opp ;)
And just kinda fun and weird. Troll is in Fremont, another cool neighborhood in Seattle. I lived in Fremont for 7 years.
The Seattle Great Wheel
1301 Alaskan WayAmazing Views.
It's worth it if you can see the mountains OR if you have a drink at night and can see the city. In my opinion. :)
1748 locals recommend
Space Needle
400 Broad StIt's worth it if you can see the mountains OR if you have a drink at night and can see the city. In my opinion. :)
A must see if you visit Seattle. Check out the first ever Starbucks adjacent to.
2310 locals recommend
Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveA must see if you visit Seattle. Check out the first ever Starbucks adjacent to.
The local beach. Nearby are fun shops and restaurants, but the shops close early.
120 locals recommend
Madison Park Bakery
4214 E Madison StThe local beach. Nearby are fun shops and restaurants, but the shops close early.
Discovery Park
3801 Discovery Park BlvdExplore the running trails and coastal trails. Beautiful sunsets.
Green Lake
Nice 3 mile paved running path around the lake.
The "Beach" for the locals. Great sunsets. Make a fire on the beach and have a picnic. On request I can leave you picnic blanket, chairs and cooler.
728 locals recommend
Golden Gardens Park
8498 Seaview Pl NWThe "Beach" for the locals. Great sunsets. Make a fire on the beach and have a picnic. On request I can leave you picnic blanket, chairs and cooler.
Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake WaySweet views of the city.
Often overlooked, but both cool art and great views of the Sound.
653 locals recommend
Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western AveOften overlooked, but both cool art and great views of the Sound.
In the summer, experience the native Seattle scene! Beach people are my people. Take a lyft.
120 locals recommend
Madison Park Bakery
4214 E Madison StIn the summer, experience the native Seattle scene! Beach people are my people. Take a lyft.
Essentials
Organic foods. Very crunchy atmosphere (in a good way). Check hours.
245 locals recommend
Central Co-op
1600 E Madison StOrganic foods. Very crunchy atmosphere (in a good way). Check hours.
Trader Joe's
1700 E Madison StReally quick walk - right around the corner. Check hours.
Safeway
2201 E Madison StClosest groceries and open 24 hours.
Lather Daddy Laundry
Hard to park there over the weekends.
SweatBox Yoga
1417 10th AveBest Bikram around (in my opinion).
Arts & Culture
See what's showing when you are in town. It's close to the ferris wheel!
1072 locals recommend
Seattle Selfie Museum
92 Union StSee what's showing when you are in town. It's close to the ferris wheel!
Vertical World Seattle
2330 W Commodore WayLocal Rock Climbing Gym where I work out.
AMC Seattle 10
4500 9th Ave NEGood movies, drinks and dinner at the same time.
Central Cinema
1411 21st Avemovies and cool events within walking distance
Drinks & Nightlife
Liberty
517 15th Ave ECool bar that serves suishi.
Smith
332 15th Ave ELaid back bar. Good bar food.
Revel
401 North 36th StreetSwanky Fremont bar.
Triangle Spirits
3507 Fremont Pl NHipster bar.
Oliver's Twist
6822 Greenwood Ave NReally good drinks. This is Phinney Ridge neighborhood.
Twilight Exit
2514 E Cherry Stlocal dive bar within walking distance
Everything Else
Great waterfront Mexican Restaurant AND rent kayaks or paddle boards downstairs.
168 locals recommend
Agua Verde Paddle Club
1307 NE Boat StGreat waterfront Mexican Restaurant AND rent kayaks or paddle boards downstairs.
Super fun flea market and showcase for local artisans and craftsmen. Lots of food trucks.
134 locals recommend
Fremont Sunday Street Market
3401 Evanston Ave NSuper fun flea market and showcase for local artisans and craftsmen. Lots of food trucks.
Getting Around
Capitol Hill Station
15 minute walk from the loft