Lonely Planet Seattle

Lonely Planet's Seattle is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Make your pilgrimage to the top of the iconic Space Needle, add your gum to the wall at Pike Place Market, and pay homage to Jimi Hendrix at the EMP Museum - all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside you'll find colour maps and images throughout, highlights and itineraries to help you tailor your trip to your personal needs, and insider tips to save time and money while getting around like a local. The guide includes a NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with Wi-Fi, ATM and transportation info for a smooth journey from airport to hotel, plus honest reviews for all budgets covering eating, sleeping, sightseeing, shopping and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.

Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience, with coverage of Seattle's history, people, music, arts, architecture, cuisine and politics. The guide covers Downtown, Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, Belltown, Seattle Center, Queen Anne, Lake Union, Capitol Hill, the U District, Green Lake, Fremont, Ballard, Discovery Park and more - perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences in this vibrant Pacific Northwest city.