Seattle 4-Day Travel Guide

Day 1️⃣ ✨Whale Watching Tour in the morning—book in advance. Depart from the downtown pier. During spring and summer, you can often spot orcas, humpback whales, and more. It’s an amazing experience! In the afternoon, visit Pike Place Market. Check out these classic spots: Watch the fish-throwing show at the Fish Market ✔️Try the viral pastries at Pufftown Seattle Browse the vintage collection at Left Bank Bookstore Seattle Shop for local gifts at Made In Washington Day 2️⃣ 🚗Chihuly Garden and Glass—allow about 1.5 hours. Features stunning indoor and outdoor exhibits. Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)—interactive gaming zones, fun for all ages. 🩷Space Needle—best visited an hour before sunset to catch both daylight and nighttime views. All three attractions are within walking distance! Day 3️⃣ ☀️Morning: Visit the University of Washington (UW). See the Harry Potter-style Suzzallo Library—the Gothic architecture is spectacular. Grab lunch at the nearby Din Tai Fung. Don’t miss the Drumheller Fountain, where you can capture a view of Mount Rainier. ☀️Afternoon: Explore the artsy Capitol Hill neighborhood: Starbucks Reserve Roastery The beautiful independent bookstore Elliott Bay Book Company ✨Popular thrift store Crossroads Trading Highly recommend heading to Kerry Park in the evening for sunset views over the mountains and the city skyline. Arrive an hour before sunset for the best experience. Day 4️⃣ 🥰Take a ferry from downtown to Bainbridge Island. Round trip costs $10, and each ride takes about 30 minutes. Enjoy views of the bay and distant mountains from the deck. The ferry departs from Seattle Ferry Terminal. 🍃The island offers a peaceful, artsy small-town vibe. A 5-minute walk from the ferry leads to a free art museum—great for families. From the museum, it’s about a mile to the Waterfront Path. ☀️Stroll along Winslow Way, the island’s main street, perfect for leisurely walks and coffee. Highly recommend Blackbird Bakery—a local favorite! #Seattle #Left Bank#Pike Place Fish Market#Space Needle#travel guide#trip diary#Seattle guide