Top 50 Best Things to Do in Washington
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Top 50 Best Things to Do in Washington

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  • Space Needletop_1
    󰺂7.2
    Seattle.Lower Queen Anne>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Seattle's panoramic view from 500ft
    󰀆Spectacular New Year's fireworks show
    󱨠Saved by 252 users󱨠307 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    Giovanna KinnearGiovanna Kinnear

    Beautiful sights from the surrounding area and walk up to the needle and up at the top of the needle too! Make sure to go on a sunny day and buy tickets in advance.

  • Seattle Centertop_2
    󰺂7.1
    Seattle.Lower Queen Anne>100 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Overnight at Pacific Science Center
    󰋄Experience Boeing's aviation culture
    󱨠41% positive reviews
    4.9/5
    梦露夫人梦露夫人

    You can walk to the Seattle 520 Bridge from Bellevue, as shown in Figure 1. There is also a beautiful park and parking lot here. If you like to walk across the bridge, you can reach Seattle. If you like to take the bus, you can also do so. The bus station is just below the parking lot. There are many buses and the waiting time is not long. It is very convenient.

  • The Museum of Flighttop_3
    󰺂6.8
    50.3
    Seattle>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Washington
    Highlights:
    󰀆Mount Rainier: Tech & Nature Exploration
    󰀆Next to Boeing's iconic red garage
    󱨠Saved by 124 users󱨠44% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    KR油菜花KR油菜花

    This is a paradise for aviation fans. You can find all the planes you want to see here. From planes from World War I to the latest planes, there is really everything. In addition to aviation planes, there are also aerospace planes. The key is that there are some related to China.

  • Chihuly Garden and Glass
    4
    󰺂6.2
    Seattle.Lower Queen Anne>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜Glasshouse reflects sunlight uniquely
    󰀆360° view of stained glass
    󱨠Saved by 157 users󱨠151 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    Enjoy the JourneyEnjoy the Journey

    got the combo tickets to visit space needle and chihuly glass museum very impressive glass art work. don’t miss the demo/workshop

  • Mount Rainier National Park
    5
    󰺂6.0
    Pierce County>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Ski Resorts in Washington
    Highlights:
    󰀆Diverse alpine views hiking experience
    󱨜Glacier views & 360° panorama
    󱨠27% positive reviews
    4.7/5
    alin吸嗅着蔷薇alin吸嗅着蔷薇

    This one-day Mount Rainier Escape (crossed out) hike is packed with surprises and is highly recommended for those with moderate fitness, a bit of ambition, and a bit of courage! 🚗Itinerary Overview: • Depart at 8:00 AM for a scenic hike that combines both sightseeing and survival training. • Arrive at Paradise Visitor Center at 10:30 AM. • Hike the Skyline Trail Loop (approximately 6 miles/9.6 kilometers) from 11:00 AM to 2:40 PM. The goal is to reach Panorama Point, the highest point. Descend via the Golden Gate Trail, taking a shortcut to savor every moment of the scenery. • From 2:40 PM to 4:15 PM, check out Myrtle Falls (a magical waterfall) and Reflection Lakes (perfect for stunning photos). • Depart the National Park at 4:20 PM and head straight to Seattle Airport. ❄️ Snowshoeing Keyword: No equipment, snowy ground, scorching sun, snowmelt, creeks, gravel, three slips, using hands and feet, and surrounded by squirrels. First half: The uphill section was a mixed bag, with steps deep and shallow, treading through snow, wading through icy water, and scrambling over gravel. It felt like a game of "Man vs. Wild." Panorama Point: The scenery is simply breathtaking, with a vast expanse of snow-capped mountains filling my eyes. It feels like Rivendell from "The Lord of the Rings"! Golden Gate Trail: The downhill section is relatively easy, but still features a lot of gravel. Squirrels: They appear incredibly frequently. 🧤Gear Recommendations: Although I'm a living example of "going up the mountain with nothing," don't follow my lead: • Non-slip hiking boots: A must! Otherwise, experience "Ballet on Ice"! • Trekking Poles: Optional, especially for easier descents. • Sunscreen and sunglasses: The sun can be scorching hot on the mountain, so don't underestimate the glare from the snow. • Lunch with rations and water: Eat some rations at Panorama Point. 📸Recommended photo spots: • Entrance to Paradise Visitor Center: Snow-capped mountains in the background, plus tourist equipment. • Snowshoeing along the middle of the Skyline Trail: A cool photo op. • Panorama Point overlook: Perfect for photos with your phone. • The small bridge in front of Myrtle Falls: A perfect Instagram-worthy experience. • Backlit Reflection Lakes: Perfect for stunning silhouettes. Random thoughts: The most amazing thing isn't the scenery, but the "foreign-style extreme romance" of the mountains—climbing the snowy mountains in short-sleeved shirts and shorts, chatting on the cliffside, and skiing downhill using their butts as sleds. Standing there, I wanted to applaud them. The most soothing moment was soaking my feet by the lake. My feet were numb, but my heart was at peace. If you want to experience four seasons in one day and accomplish the feats of "seeing snow-capped mountains, climbing them, wading through snowy streams, soaking in snowy water, and encountering squirrels," then visit Mount Rainier.

  • University of Washington
    6
    󰺂5.8
    Seattle>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Panoramic view of Lenin Library
    󱓊Unique architecture & vast collection
    󱨠Saved by 135 users󱨠105 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    alin吸嗅着蔷薇alin吸嗅着蔷薇

    When traveling, I always want to visit the local universities—it feels like living a different life for a moment. Especially when it’s such a famous public university like the University of Washington. Gary Locke, former Microsoft chairman… they all graduated from UW. Bill Gates’ father, a well-known lawyer, once taught at its law school. Bruce Lee also studied here, and it was where he met his wife. Later, I visited UW’s Suzzallo Library—often referred to as the real-life “Harry Potter Library.” It grandeur rivals that of the Boston Public Library. The UW School of Medicine also ranks extremely high, consistently alongside Harvard and Stanford. Its programs in clinical medicine and public health are also highly ranked. When traveling, I always want to visit the local universities; it feels like living a different life for a moment. Especially when it’s such a famous public university like the University of Washington. Gary Locke, former Microsoft chairman… they all graduated from UW. Bill Gates’ father, a well-known lawyer, once taught at its law school. Bruce Lee studied here too, and it was where he met his wife. Later, I visited UW’s Suzzallo Library—often referred to as the real-life “Harry Potter Library.” It’s a grandeur rival that of the Boston Public Library. The UW School of Medicine also ranks extremely high, consistently alongside Harvard and Stanford. Its programs in clinical medicine and public health are also highly ranked. Lee studied here before, and then met his wife... Afterwards, we visited the UW library, the Suzzallo Library, which is considered a real-life "Harry Potter library." Its grandeur rivals Boston's public library. Also, the University of Washington's medical school is highly ranked, consistently on par with Harvard and Stanford. Clinical medicine, public health, and nursing are all excellent. It's close to Amazon and Microsoft headquarters, and it collaborates closely with tech companies like Google and Meta, so its research funding is high.

  • Pike Place Fish Market
    7
    󰺂5.7
    Seattle.Pike Market District>100 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Gum wall art appreciation
    󱓊Enjoy creative gum wall art
    󱨠Saved by 222 users󱨠112 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    胡椒·公路拾光胡椒·公路拾光

    If you want to know the authentic flavor of Seattle, go to Pike Place Market; if you are a coffee lover, you must go to Pike Place Market to check in the first Starbucks on earth. I wrote a note about Pike Place Market, if you are interested, you can go and learn more ❤️

  • Olympic National Park
    8
    󰺂5.6
    Jefferson County>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Washington
    Highlights:
    󱓊Olympus peaks view from Hurricane Ridge
    󰋄Crescent Lake boating & fishing
    󱨠25% positive reviews
    4.7/5
    非你不渴非你不渴

    My classmates who are far away in Canada rarely post photos and travel information about scenery, but this national park is an exception. Not only is it compared with Banff and Jiuzhaigou, but it also receives rare likes and support.

  • Boeing Future of Flight​
    9
    󰺂5.3
    Snohomish County>100 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Explore aviation history & development
    󰋄Observe aircraft assembly up close
    4.4/5
    小思文小思文

    The Boeing aircraft factory is a huge company. You can see a large number of Boeing passenger planes parked here from afar. They are all relatively large models. The airport also has a large number of orders, and the huge assembly plants are made up of very tall buildings.

  • Green Lake Park
    10
    󰺂5.2
    Seattle>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Night Attractions in Washington
    Highlights:
    Enjoy boating on the lake and the fun of water sports
    󱨜Lakeside Stroll & Cuihu Lake View
    󱨠60% positive reviews
    4.5/5
    DEAR张小球DEAR张小球

    A local friend drove me to Cuihu Lake. This is a park with few people, and even fewer tourists. If you drive here by yourself, it is still highly recommended. There are many plants and many small animals living here.

What Best Things to Do are there in Washington?
These are all Best Things to Do in Washington:Space Needle, Seattle Center, The Museum of Flight, Chihuly Garden and Glass, Mount Rainier National Park
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Washington?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Washington include:Space Needle:4.4, Seattle Center:4.9, The Museum of Flight:4.6, Chihuly Garden and Glass:4.7, Mount Rainier National Park:4.7
At what locations in Washington can Best Things to Do in Washington be found?
The Best Things to Do in Washington are mainly located in:Space Needle:Seattle, Seattle Center:Seattle, The Museum of Flight:Seattle, Chihuly Garden and Glass:Seattle, Mount Rainier National Park:Pierce County
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