How to visit Seattle without breaking the bank.
Sprawling urban centers like New York and Los Angeles might get all the fanfare, but there’s a reason Seattle remains a secret hiding in plain sight: locals don’t want everyone to know how great it is. It’s one of the few places you can get the best of breathtaking nature, world-renowned art, super fresh farm-to-table, quirky adventures, and a storied history at a fraction of the price of larger locales.
Yes, the Pacific Northwest gets its share of cloudy days and light rain, but it’s unanimously agreed that a light rain jacket will do you fine (and summers are known for being so sunny that you’ll actually want to load up on extra sunscreen). More so, travelers on a budget will be relieved to know that Seattle is packed with all sorts of exciting ways to soak up the city for free. Start your Seattle adventure with these free attractions, from taking in curated Mesoamerican, European, and contemporary works at the Seattle Art Museum and Frye Art Museum to getting lost among the flora and fauna at the Washington Park Arboretum and Discovery Park.
