Don’t get us started. Just because it’s from Seattle doesn’t mean the over-roasted chain is where everyone drinks. Head to Victrola on 15th for your latte fix instead.
It may be Seattle’s icon, but the views are not that stunning, particularly on a cloudy day. Head to the Columbia Tower’s observation deck instead where you can overlook the city, Cascade and Olympic Mountains, and Puget Sound.
We may have that “hipster yet trendy” vibe down, and we’re proud of it. However, unlike Macklemore’s song, we also shop at other places besides Value Village. Try the Horseshoe in Ballard or Bellefleur in Fremont.
Contrary to what you see in photos, the mountains are actually a good two to three hours away. Trust me though, it’s more than worth the drive to get to Stevens Pass for the runs. Stop in Leavenworth afterwards for bratwurst and beer.
It’s overpriced, overcrowded, and only has a handful of decent artists. Head to Sasquatch at the Gorge instead for a weekend of camping and much better bands.
It’s cheesy and you’ll stand out as a tourist. You’ll find it much more interesting to walk around the Seattle Center, visit the amusement park, see the International Fountain, and grab lunch at MOD Pizza on your own.
Those pictures of the whales with the city skyline in the background are from very rare sightings. You most likely will never see whales while eating your clam chowder down at the pier at Ivar’s. In most cases, you have to head hours north to the San Juan Islands on a specific whale-watching boat to actually find them.
This is so far from the truth. We’re surrounded by mountains, so you can ski, snowboard, snowshoe, cross-country ski, sled, and much more. Head to Crystal Mountain for some outdoor activities, followed by hot chocolate and a warm meal in the Lodge. 