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prev | next SEATTLE, WA Seattle is anything but ordinary. It's a place where bike messengers share elevators with world-renowned researchers. Where fishermen have lunch alongside top surgeons. It's a city where the extraordinary is commonplace and commonplace is anything but. And if you look closely, you just might discover that in Seattle there are amazing things happening all around you. From a jet engine to an espresso machine to grunge rock, Seattle's world-changing events have all had a distinct sound. But the symphony doesn't end there. Your visit to Seattle may bring you the sound of an orca blowing as it surfaces, the roar of the crowd at Safeco Field or the near silence of the Olympic rainforest. Come to Seattle and hear for yourself. Seattle's downtown core is like a blender—combining everything that makes the city work. Boutique shops and flagship department stores mix it up with government and finance offices. Buildings erected during the Gold Rush mingle with 21st century architecture. The tallest skyscraper in the Northwest (the 76-story Bank of America tower) rises out of downtown Seattle, as does a parking structure that looks like a sinking ship. Lavish restaurants and sidewalk espresso carts provide nourishment, while a treasure-trove of cultural choices provide enlightenment and entertainment. And there are enough mountain and water views to fill a book with postcard memories. What Seattle landmarks and attractions should you simply not miss? A trip to the top of the Space Needle. Shopping and flying fish at Pike Place Market. A ferry ride around the Puget Sound's most historic and scenic sites. Swimming with the fishes at the Seattle Aquarium. More Information Website: www.visitseattle.org Phone: (206) 461-5840