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Things to see and do with kids in Seattle

It may not be the most thrilling city in the United States, but kids on holiday in the rainy city of Seattle will have a fabulous time exploring all the sights on offer.

Take a trip to the Seattle Aquarium where children can learn and be mesmerized by the exquisite displays of fish and marine life, or head over to the Woodland Park Zoo to meet some furry friends. More active children will love a day out at the Olympic National Park where glacier-capped mountains meet lush green forest where they can stretch their legs and take in a hike, walk or even mountain bike. Little boys will love the Museum of Flight, while little girls should visit the Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art.

On days when the rain sets in and outdoor activities with the kids are not an option, head to the Children's Museum with the little ones, while older kids will love the Experience Music Project, even if just for the zany design of the pink building.

Museum of Flight

Next to Boeing Field, south of downtown Seattle, the Museum of Flight consists of a six-storey high glass and steel construction, which was the original Boeing factory. Inside is a collection of more than 130 aircraft, some suspended from the ceiling, which includes some...  see full details

Seattle Aquarium

Located on Seattle's waterfront, the Aquarium provides fun and exciting ways to see amazing sea creatures and colourful coral life of the Pacific, and includes touch pools with animals like sea stars and urchins from Puget Sound and Washington's outer coast. The Window on...  see full details

Woodland Park Zoo

Located in the Green Lake neighbourhood of Seattle, the Woodland Park Zoo is a great place to take the kids for a day out exploring and meeting the animals. Kids can enjoy animals such as African elephants, Arctic foxes, sloth bears and red...  see full details

Seattle Children’s Museum

Kids will absolutely love the Seattle Children's Museum which is located in the Seattle Center. With constantly changing exhibits and programs, families are guaranteed to see something fresh and new and children will constantly be challenged and will have fun learning. ...  see full details

Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art

A must for little girls and doll lovers of all ages, the Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art contains one of the largest doll collections in the world, with more than 3,000 dolls on display, including 17th-century wooden dolls, 19th-century china dolls, and the...  see full details