Whether you’re stopping through Seattle on an extended layover, or passing through on your way to explore Washington and the Pacific Northwest, it’s worth planning a day or two to check out all the sights, food, and activities the Emerald City has to offer. Here’s our itinerary for spending two days in Seattle!
Day 1:
Snoqualmie Falls

Patrick in front of Snoqualmie Falls posing as it begin to snow.

View of Snoqualmie Falls from the upper lookout.

Patrick overlooking the green forest on our way down to Snoqualmie Falls.

Enjoying the view of Snoqualmie Falls.
Espresso Vivace
If you get coffee just once in Seattle, it has to be at Vivace. Hands down the BEST espresso we’ve ever had!!! And we’re kiiindaaaa espresso connoisseurs *says in fancy accent*. Seriously guys, even Emeril described Vivace’s espresso as “the best in the U.S., if not the world”.
This shit beats Italy’s espresso by a landslide. Smooth, bold, and not at all bitter. David Schomer and Geneva Sullivan began Vivace in 1988, roasting their beans in the Northern Italian style, which brings about the highest concentration of caramelized sugars of any roasting style. This explains why the espresso is sorta sweet, even without any sugar added. Yum!

Pat deciding if we wants a couple or a triple espresso.
Ba bar

Ba Bar Seattle (not our photo)
Day 2:
Bird On A Wire Cafe
Kerry Park
Head over to Kerry Park for great views of the sun rising over the Seattle skyline. Only there was no sunrise when we were there and it was super cloudy (cons of going in April D: ). Nevertheless, it was still a beautiful, lesser-known view of Seattle.

View of downtown Seattle through a sculpture at Kerry Park.
Pike Place Market
After an unsuccessful sunrise, we drove over to Pike Place Market in the heart of Seattle. This is by far one of our favorite markets we’ve been to!

Patrick in front of Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle.

We finally captured a picture in the center of a market without a photobomber, yay!!

Tulips at Pike Place Market, Seattle

Sara in vegan heaven at a produce stand outside of Pike Place Market.

Pike Place Fish Co, Pike Place Market, Seattle

Pat posing with Zach, a Pike Place Fish Co employee.
Post Alley Gum Wall

Gum dripping off of pipes at the Post Alley Gum Wall, just below Pike’s Place Market in downtown Seattle

Never thought so much chewed up, old gum could look so cool!
Diego Pellicer
Jose Rizal Park

Hole in the fence at Jose Rizal Park, a secret gem in Seattle!
Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya
If you have more time in Seattle…
Seattle Space Needle
Unfortunately, construction on the Seattle Space Needle during our visit prevented us from the stunning panoramic views (and a nice dinner we were planning on having at the top!) achieved by ascending the 605 ft tower. Tickets cost $26 for general admission, $22 for seniors and $17 for children. Heading to the top of this world famous structure is definitely a must do when in Seattle.
Update 4/25/18: We received false information about the Seattle Space Needle during our visit. The restaurant is closed for renovations, but the observation deck is still open!
Seattle Aquarium

Seattle Aquarium dome (photo taken from Seattle Aquarium website)
Seattle Underground

Seattle Underground (not our photo)
– Sara + Pat
