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Seattle/Ballard

Ballard is a neighborhood in northwest Seattle. While mostly residential, the ship canal locks are a major tourist attraction. Nearby smaller neighborhoods sometimes falling under Ballard's umbrella include Phinney Ridge and Greenwood, extending to the northeast, and Crown Hill directly north. A small commercial district extends along Greenwood and Phinney Avenues.

Further to the east, the Greenlake neighborhood surrounds, reasonably enough, Green Lake (both spellings are common). The lake and its surrounding park are one of Seattle's best places to jog, rollerblade, swim, and rowboat.

Understand
Ballard has traditionally been the home of Seattle's Scandinavian immigrants, and as a result there's hardly a Seattleite who hasn't heard of lutefisk (preserved whitefish) or lefse (a flatbread made with potatoes). Historically a working-class area supported by several sawmills and a fishery, Ballard now has an increasingly young and diverse population. Due to its close proximity to Downtown Seattle, Ballard's property values have soared, causing many long-time residents to move elsewhere. Though becoming increasingly trendy, Ballard still manages to preserve its blue-collar image as well as its Scandinavian atmosphere to a great extent.

Phinney Ridge and Greenwood are residential satellites of Ballard, with a single shared commercial strip running along Phinney and Greenwood Avenues (forming a single street with a jog in the road at 67th Street).

By car
From Downtown Seattle, the simplest way into Ballard is to drive north on 1st Avenue, veer left at the foot of Queen Anne Hill (where 1st Avenue N and Denny Way meet), then follow the arterial northward until you cross the Ballard bridge. Turn left on NW Market Street to get into the center of Ballard.

For the Phinney-Greenwood corridor, take Aurora Avenue north across the bridge, then exit at Green Lake Way; take a left on 46th Street, then four blocks later take a right onto Greenwood Avenue.

By bus
In Downtown, you can catch all northbound King County Metro routes to Ballard on 3rd Avenue.
 * RapidRide Route D is the new primary Ballard-Downtown connector, continuing north along 15th Ave NW. Exit the distinctive red-and-yellow bus at 15th Ave NW and NW Market St, then walk a few blocks westbound on Market.
 * Route 40 heads north from Downtown along Westlake Ave N before crossing the canal and turning west on Leary Way NW, meeting NW Market St at Ballard Ave NW (the heart of Ballard's shopping, dining and entertainment district) before turning right and continuing north on 24th Ave NW.
 * Route 17 EXPRESS connects Ballard to Downtown Seattle with limited stops in between operating between ~6am-9am during the morning and ~3:30pm-6:30pm in the evening.
 * Route 44 runs East-West connecting the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks through Market Street in Ballard, continuing east via N 45th Street to the University District (where it connects to, or turns into, the 43 to Capitol Hill and Downtown).
 * For Phinney Ridge and Greenwood, Route 5 offers the most direct connection from Downtown, running from 3rd Avenue in Downtown up via Fremont before continuing along Phinney Ave N and Greenwood Ave N. The RapidRide Route E skirts the east side of both neighborhoods along Aurora Ave N, making a useful stop at 85th St N. Route 48 cuts east-west through Greenwood along 85th St N, continuing southeast through Green Lake to the University District and the Central District.

By boat
The Ballard Locks are the only watercraft connection between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, operating free of charge to all boaters, 24 hours a day. While anyone may pass through the locks, it is forbidden to leave or board a boat in the locks area. Expect delays during sunny summer weekends, when whole flotillas of less-experienced boaters pack into the locks.

Buy
Phinney Ridge/Greenwood

Ballard

Eat
Central Ballard collects most of the area's restaurants, on or near Market Street. 15th Avenue NW and Greenwood Avenue house most of the rest. Many of Seattle's best Mexican restaurants are found here.

Breweries

 * Ballard Brewery District. Ballard is home to an association of small craft breweries that are within comfortable walking district of each other and the historic Ballard downtown area.
 * Ballard Brewery District. Ballard is home to an association of small craft breweries that are within comfortable walking district of each other and the historic Ballard downtown area.

Sleep
There are few hotels in the Ballard area since it's primarily residential, although the area has its fair share of bed and breakfasts. Along the northern segment of Aurora Ave, there are some sketchy hourly rate motels — use at your own risk.

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Seattle/Capitol Hill-Central District

Capitol Hill is Seattle's most densely populated neighborhood and the heart of the city's counterculture. Lying directly east of the downtown retail core, Capitol Hill is unofficially bounded to the east by 23rd Ave, to the west by Interstate 5, to the south by E Union St, and to the north by E Interlaken Blvd. Included here is the neighboring district of First Hill, immediately to the south adjacent to Downtown.

The Central District is located southeast of the downtown area of Seattle and is bordered by the International District, First Hill, and Capitol Hill. It's the traditional center of Seattle's African-American population, and it has attracted young first-time homeowners from throughout the city because of the undervalued property, creating a boom in new home construction and new business. Nonetheless, it is still the center of Black culture in Seattle and has the highest concentration of black residents in the Pacific Northwest, with African-Americans making up 51% of the population. It also has a significant Ethiopian population, whose restaurants and shops lend the area an interesting character.

Also included here are the chain of small, residential neighborhoods to the east, running along the shore of Lake Washington. From north to south, they are: Montlake, Madison Park, Madison Valley, Madrona, and Leschi. Continuing south past Interstate 90 (partially hidden in a tunnel) leads into South Seattle's Beacon Hill and Mt. Baker neighborhoods.

Understand
Capitol Hill is the most densely populated neighborhood in the city. Historically, the hill was where you would find the homes of the merchants who made their wealth from Seattle's early growth, living in grand houses that overlooked the working-class homes of the valleys below. In the 1960s, much of the neighborhood was up-zoned for apartments built to house the influx of visitors expected for the 1962 Seattle World's Fair, and many of these mid-century modern apartment buildings survive to this day.

Through the 1970s, 80s, and 90s the hill became more bohemian and the center of the city's lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community, sprucing up the old mansions and creating a vibrant arts and music scene. Capitol Hill has also has been the center of Seattle's counterculture community for decades, serving as one of the birthplaces of the country's grunge movement in the 1980s and 90s, with Kurt Cobain and other famous grunge musicians frequenting Capitol Hill establishments. Today, Capitol Hill is still the center of Seattle's independent music community.

The Central District, known as CD, has seen many demographic shifts over the decades, and there are still areas with heavy Jewish and Japanese-American populations. By the 1970s, as many as 80% of CD residents were African-American, and it was known as a rough neighborhood marked by poverty and crime. Rising housing prices elsewhere have led to gentrification and pushed African-American residents further south into other neighborhoods, but CD is still around 20% black, and its ties to black history remain strong.

Given its proximity to the downtown offices of many major tech companies, Capitol Hill has become a playground for tech industry people with numerous restaurants, bars and music venues. Famous residents include Ben Haggerty (better known as the pop music artist Macklemore), Jerrick Hoffer (better known as comedy drag queen Jinkx Monsoon), Benjamin Putnam (better known as drag queen BenDeLaCreme) and Dan Savage, an American gay and alternative sex advice columnist who well-represents Capitol Hill's population of hipsters and homosexuals.

Popular retail districts within Capitol Hill include Broadway, the Pike/Pine corridor, and 15th Avenue E. There are a variety of restaurants, bars, music venues, clubs, boutiques, and other shops here, while the surrounding blocks are filled with condominium and apartment buildings and cafes. There are many grand old homes in "mansionland" to the north, near Volunteer Park. Capitol Hill residents are generally some of the most politically progressive in the country, exemplified by the fact that many of the 1999 WTO protests spilled from Downtown into Capitol Hill, which has had an impact on the mindset of the community.

Get in
From Downtown, it's a pleasant walk up the hill (emphasis on the "up"). Broadway is roughly a mile from the downtown retail core.

By public transit
By bus, King County Metro serves the area with numerous routes, most of which run frequently. Good options from Downtown include Routes 10 (Pine St/15th Ave E, and the most convenient option to Volunteer Park and the Asian Art Museum), 11 (Pine St/E Madison St), 43 (John St/24th Ave E), and 49 (Pine St/Broadway), all of which can be boarded along Pike Street in Downtown. First Hill is served by the 2 (continuing along Union Street out to Madrona) and the 12 (turning north on 19th Avenue into Capitol Hill). There are additional routes connecting Capitol Hill and the Central District to other parts of the city without going through downtown such as routes 8 (Lower Queen Anne/Seattle Center to Mt Baker Transit Center via Capitol Hill and Central District); 9 (Broadway/Boren/Rainier Ave to Rainier Beach in South Seattle); 48 (passes through on 24th, 23rd Ave E, and Rainier Ave E between U District and Mt Baker Transit Center); and 60 (Capitol Hill to Westwood Center in West Seattle via First Hill, Beacon Hill, Georgetown, and White Center).

The stops at the Capitol Hill Station on Broadway and E John, on its way between Downtown and the University of Washington. Entrances are at either end of Cal Anderson Park, at John Street or Pine Street. The First Hill Streetcar line runs along Broadway through Capitol Hill and First Hill, connecting the two neighborhoods to Pioneer Square and the International District.

Other

 * The rocks out on the sidewalk at the NE corner of E Pine Street and Broadway, Seattle being the birthplace of Hendrix.

Do
The northern portion of the Arboretum includes several small islands, and on one of Seattle's characteristically lovely summer days, exploration by water is enjoyable. Watercraft rentals are available from two locations in the University District just across the Ship Canal.

Buy
Window shopping is a great way to explore Capitol Hill's numerous shops; the best areas for a shopping stroll are the north end of Broadway (from Olive/John St up to Roy St) and the densely-packed Pike/Pine St corridor. Clothing stores abound, whether you're looking for boutiques, consignment, or thrift stores (several of which appeared in the music video for the hit Macklemore & Ryan Lewis song "Thrift Store", if you've only got $20 in your pocket). Other shops fill the gaps with vinyl records, arts and crafts supplies, accessories for your dog or cat, and other niche products.

Eat
In such dense residential areas, it's not surprising that the food scene is outstanding. Bad restaurants simply don't last long, and better ones take their place.

There's lots of good Ethiopian food in the Central District. Capitol Hill holds an outrageous number of Thai restaurants; occasionally one goes out of business and like a head of the Hydra, is immediately replaced by another one or more.

Coffee
If Seattle takes its coffee seriously, then Capitol Hill takes it very seriously. This is a good neighborhood to spend some quality time in one of Seattle's numerous coffee shops.

Bars and taverns
Bars of all styles dot the map in Capitol Hill, whether you want drinks, dancing, or even a quiet speakeasy (if you can find one). Friday and Saturday nights are busy around the Pike/Pine corridor where Capitol Hill and First Hill blend together.

LGBT
Although locals may be quick to tell you that Capitol Hill's gay bar scene "isn't what it used to be" due to social changes and gentrification, it's still very much the gayborhood of Seattle.

Stay safe
As of 2017, Seattle has a relatively low violent crime rate compared to other major U.S. cities, while its property crime rate remains among the highest. However, the neighborhood is fairly safe at daytime. Walking in the District at night is not advised.

Connect
Wireless Internet is available at nearly every coffee shop, though some disable it during peak hours on weekends to keep the crowds moving.

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Seattle/Downtown

Packed between Elliott Bay and the hilly neighborhoods to the east, Downtown Seattle unsurprisingly contains the city's bustling financial and retail district. This is also where many of Seattle's tourist attractions are, including the iconic Pike Place Market, the expansive Seattle Art Museum, the touristy waterfront, and some of the city's most stunning architecture, all within easy walking distance of each other.

By car
Getting in by car is not recommended, due to the congestion and parking problems, but if you have to, these are the main routes to get in:
 * From I-5 northbound, exit either onto James Street (Exit 164) or Seneca Street (Exit 165, on the left side of the road).
 * From I-5 southbound, exit onto Stewart Street (Exit 166), Union Street (Exit 165B) or James Street (Exit 165A).
 * From SR-99 northbound, exit onto Seneca Street.
 * From SR-99 southbound, exit onto Wall Street then turn left onto 5th or 2nd Avenue.
 * From I-90 from the Eastside, continue straight onto the 4th Avenue S exit, then turn left towards Downtown, or exit onto I-5 north and follow the I-5 northbound directions.
 * From WA-520 from the Eastside, exit onto I-5 south and follow the I-5 southbound directions.

By ferry
offer service from Pier 52 of the Seattle waterfront (also known as Colman Dock) to Bainbridge Island and Bremerton, which makes for a very fun and scenic ride.

Additionally, the offers service between Pier 50 on the downtown Seattle waterfront and Seacrest Park in West Seattle and to Vashon Island, with amazing views of the city. Fare is $4.75 for adults ($4 with an ORCA card), $2 for seniors/disabled, $4.75 youth ages 6-18 ($3 with an ORCA card), free for children 5 and under.

offers passenger-only ferry service from Pier 50 of the Seattle waterfront to Bremerton, Southworth and Kingston where passengers connect to Kitsap Transit buses on the other side. For going to Port Orchard or Annapolis passengers would transfer to Kitsap Transit's other foot ferry in Bremerton. Washington State Ferries is the only option for going to Bainbridge Island. They go faster than the larger Washington State Ferries.

By public transit
for a list of intercity bus companies serving the Seattle Metropolitan area from Vancouver, BC; Bellingham, Portland, Spokane, Ellensburg, Wenatchee, Yakima and all parts of the state. Downtown is the hub of Seattle's public transit system and almost every neighborhood in Seattle and outlying suburban cities are connected by a direct bus route to Downtown:
 * Community Transit (CT) operates local bus routes within Snohomish County and express buses from downtown Seattle to Lynnwood (402, 421, 422, 425); Edmonds (405, 416); Lake Stevens (425); Everett (510); Mukilteo (417); Marysville (421, 422); Snohomish via Monroe (424), Stanwood (422), and to other places in Snohomish County. Express buses operate only during weekday rush hours with buses going into Seattle in the morning and out to Snohomish County in the afternoon/evenings. Buses board along 4th Ave, Olive Way & Howell St, check website and schedules for boarding locations. During the midday and weekends take the Link Light Rail Line 1 from downtown to Northgate and transfer to ST 512 to Snohomish County. ST 510 and CT 4xx buses do not operate midday and weekends.
 * Island Transit operates local bus routes within Island County (Whidbey Island and Camano Island). From Everett Station, Island Transit goes to Camano Island via Stanwood (412). Passengers can also connect to #3, 411C, 412 bus from CT #422 or 240 in Stanwood to get to Camano Island. From the Clinton Ferry Terminal they go up to Oak Harbor (1); and to Freeland via Langley (60) on Whidbey Island. The nearest transfer points to Island Transit from downtown Seattle are Everett Station, the Clinton Ferry Terminal, and Stanwood.

 * King County Metro buses serve Seattle neighborhoods and the surrounding cities in the suburbs of King County. Fares are $2.50 ($2.75 during the weekday rush hour) and include a paper transfer (or an automatic transfer if you pay using an ORCA card) good for two hours. Buses board on 3rd Ave (both directions); 2nd Ave (SB); and 4th Ave (NB). They also board on some of the east-west streets. Check website and schedules for stop locations for your particular route. They operate the Sound Transit buses to Bellevue (550); Issaquah (554); Redmond (545) and Mercer Island (550, 554) from downtown.
 * Kitsap Transit operates passenger only catarman ferries to Bremerton, Kingston, and Southworth from Pier 50 of the downtown waterfront. Washington State Ferry is still the only thing available for going to Bainbridge Island. Passengers transfer to Kitsap Transit buses from the ferry terminals in Kitsap County and to the following for going further north:
 * Jefferson Transit connects Port Townsend to the Kingston Ferry Terminal (14) and the Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminal via Poulsbo (7 & 390) as the nearest stops to Downtown Seattle. Kitsap Transit #390 connects the North Viking P&R to the Bainbridge Ferry terminal.
 * Clallam Transit Strait Shot #123 provides a direct route between the Bainbridge Ferry Terminal and Port Angeles via Poulsbo, Discovery Bay, US-101 @ Jamestown, and Sequim. It is a two-hour bus ride from end to end. Check schedules. Connections to Jefferson Transit buses are at Poulsbo Viking Transit Center, Discovery Bay, and Sequim.

 * Sound Transit (ST) provides all-day express bus service from the outlying suburbs and cities/municipalities of the Seattle Area such as Bellevue (550), Everett (510), Issaquah (554), Redmond (545), Federal Way (577, 578) and Tacoma (590, 594, 595). Northbound ST buses board along 4th Ave between Jackson and Olive while southbound buses board along 2nd Ave from Stewart to Yesler. Check ST website and schedules for stop locations of your particular route.
 * The Sounder, a commuter rail service, has lines running south to Lakewood via Tacoma (S-Line) and north to Everett (N-Line) on two separate routes. The Sounder's station is in the King Street Station, at the southern end of Downtown.
 * Pierce Transit (PT) Operates local and regional public transit bus routes in Pierce County. Communities within the county served by this operator's routes include Fife, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Puyallup, Steilacoom, Tacoma. From downtown Seattle they operate the Sound Transit buses to Tacoma (590, 594, 595); Lakewood (592,594); Dupont (592); Gig Harbor (595), Federal Way (577,578); Puyallup, and Auburn (578). Buses board on along Stewart St & along 2nd Ave, check website and schedules for boarding locations
 * Intercity Transit #620 continues to Lacey and Olympia from SR-512 P&R and the Lakewood Sounder Station in Lakewood.
 * Skagit Transit 90x serves as a continuation from Everett Station to South Mt Vernon P&R, Mt Vernon Skagit Station, and Burlington. Route 80x continues north from Mt Vernon to Bellingham.

 * In addition to buses, Sound Transit also operates the Link Light Rail Line 1, which runs north to Northgate through Capitol Hill and University of Washington. Going south the train goes towards Angle Lake Station in SeaTac via the airport, Tukwila and South Seattle (Rainier Valley). In downtown the light rail runs under 3rd Ave & Pine St with stops in Westlake (5th & Pine, Westlake Mall); University St (3rd Ave & University St); Pioneer Square (3rd & James St); and International District (King St Station on 5th Ave & King St). Construction is underway to extend the Link Light Rail Line 1 from Northgate to Lynnwood and from Angle Lake to Federal Way; and to extend Link Light Rail Line 2 into SODO (South of Downtown Seattle) from Bellevue.
 * The South Lake Union Streetcar connects the Westlake Center in north Downtown to the nearby neighborhood of South Lake Union just to the north. Fare is $2.25 for adults, $1.50 youth, and $1 for seniors.
 * The Seattle Center Monorail makes a direct connection between Westlake Center and the Seattle Center north of Downtown, which is home to the Space Needle. One-way tickets are $2.25 for adults, $1 seniors/youth; transfers or ORCA cards are not accepted.

Get around
Seattle's downtown is quite compact, and avenues (running NW to SE, parallel to the waterfront) are hill-free and can easily be walked. However, streets (running NE to SW) can be extremely steep. When your feet are tired, hop onto the Metro buses for a break.

A rule of thumb to remember the downtown street names, from Yesler Way to Westlake Park, is the mnemonic "Jesus Christ Made Seattle Under Protest", as the streets are named as six first-letter pairs of these words (Jefferson & James, Cherry & Columbia, Marion & Madison, Spring & Seneca, University & Union, Pike & Pine).

Buy
Most of the district's retail is situated around Westlake Station, roughly in an area bordered by 3rd and 8th Avenues, Olive Way and University Street. Brand-name clothing and outerwear are the main draws: the flagship Nordstrom department store dominates the high-end, and the adjacent Macy's serves a more midrange market. Westlake Center has many well-known shops and a food court, and a handful of outlet stores for brands like Columbia and Mountain Hardware are nearby.

Pike Place Market is a tourist attraction, and a place to buy souvenirs and groceries.

Eat
Many of the best eating options in Seattle can be found downtown, primarily at the Pike Place Market and in the Belltown neighborhood.

Pike Place Market
The shops around Pike Place Market are an excellent place to grab some cheap eats. Pick up some bread, cheese, sausage and smoked meats and have a picnic on the park at the north end of the Market, or get a cup of coffee and sit at a table on the sidewalk.

Bars and taverns
The Belltown neighborhood is an excellent place for barhopping, particularly along 2nd Ave.

Sleep
If you're staying in Seattle, you're very likely to stay in Downtown, as here is where most of the city's accommodations are offered. Most splurge options are in the area surrounding the Pike Place Market or Westlake, while most budget options can be found in the Belltown neighborhood.

Connect
Cellphone signals are strong throughout Downtown, save for in the Downtown Transit Tunnel. Wi-Fi connectivity is available at most coffee shops. The Seattle Central Library has lightning-speed plug-in and wireless internet connections.

Stay safe
Downtown Seattle has a sizable population of homeless people (many neighborhoods have forced their homeless into Seattle's downtown core), and while many beg for change and some seem unstable, only a few are actually dangerous. It is worthwhile to be careful after dark in some areas around the downtown core. Some places to watch your back near major tourist areas include Belltown, between Pine and Pike Streets in Downtown, around Pioneer Square and the King County Courthouse; and SODO and International Districts, south of Downtown, where you'll want to beware of drug dealers and beggars.

Go next

 * A short ride by rail or bus takes you to Pioneer Square and International District, the Georgetown neighborhood, and South Seattle.
 * A ride by the South Lake Union Streetcar or the monorail will take you to the districts of Queen Anne and South Lake Union
 * A short walk away to the other side of the Interstate 5 is the hip district of Capitol Hill.

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Seattle/Fremont

Seattle's Fremont district, which bills itself as "The Center of the Universe", is known for its quirky atmosphere (although the recent arrival of several major corporate tenants, including Adobe Systems, has somewhat undercut its bohemian image).

To the east of Fremont is Wallingford, a "small town in a big city" with numerous local shops and craftsman bungalows.

By car
Interstate 5 runs along the eastern side of the area; exit at NE 85th St or 7th Ave NE. If coming from Downtown or North Seattle, take Aurora Avenue N (State Route 99), from the University District or Ballard take NE 45th Street, and from Queen Anne take Fremont Ave N.

By bus
Bus routes 5, 62, and 40 all directly service Fremont from Downtown — additionally, the RapidRide E Line is an express service between Downtown and North Seattle that stops at Aurora Ave/N 46th St, in the northern part of the Fremont area. Route 44 goes east-west along N 45th St between Ballard and the University District, while routes 31 and 32 run east-west directly through Fremont, connecting to the University District to the east and running along the south side of the canal to the west. If coming from the east, take route 62. Route 26 also gets you here from South Lake Union and Northgate Transit Center.

Art
"The Artists' Republic of Fremont" — another of the neighborhood's self-proclaimed titles — has some of the most distinctive public art of any neighborhood in the U.S.

 * Can you find the shoes of the wicked witch? Clue: look near a big rock!
 * Can you find the shoes of the wicked witch? Clue: look near a big rock!

Do

 * The neighborhood also hosts outdoor movies on Friday and Saturday evenings in the summer.
 * There is a Sunday crafts market that is usually outdoors in the summer and in a covered parking lot in the winter.
 * There is an excellent outdoor market on Sundays.
 * There is an excellent outdoor market on Sundays.

Sleep
Not much, though there are nearby options in Ballard and the U-District.

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Seattle/North

North Seattle is a loosely-defined area, often including anything north of the Ship Canal that bisects the city. For the most part, this article covers only the area between 85th Street and the city limits at 145th Street. The neighborhoods to the south are collected in Ballard and the University District; to the north is the suburban city of Shoreline.

Understand
The neighborhoods in North Seattle include those just north of Ballard and west of I-5 (usually considered as "Northwest Seattle"): Crown Hill, Greenwood, Licton Springs, Broadview, Bitter Lake, North Park, and Haller Lake; those east of I-5 (and usually considered "North Seattle"): Lake City, Pinehurst, Victory Heights, Northgate, Maple Leaf, and Wedgwood.

Lake City's main drag, Lake City Way, while still the host of some creepy dive bars, thrift/pawn stores, and used car dealerships, is the focus of most urban development. New restaurants offering international cuisine are opening, and a 24-hour Starbucks is a sign that yuppie culture has arrived in Lake City.

By car
If you are going past the Lake Washington Ship Canal, you are on your way. From the south, most people enter the area from 15th Ave NW & Greenwood Ave N from Ballard, Aurora Ave N from Fremont, Interstate 5 from Downtown, 15th Ave NE & 25th Ave NE from University District. From Shoreline you can follow the same routes. From Interstate 5, you can get off at Lake City Way NE, N 85th Street, N Northgate Way and NE 125th Street.

By bus
The, immediately south/southeast of Northgate mall, is the hub for local service with the following:
 * Link Line 1 to Downtown Seattle via Roosevelt Station (12th Ave NE & NE 65th St); Huskies Stadium/UW Hospital and Capital Hill. Trains continue south from Downtown Seattle to South Seattle, Tukwila Station, Seattle Tacoma International Airport and its last stop at Angle Lake Station in SeaTac. Plans are underway to continue this line north to Lynnwood via Mountlake Terrace Station from Northgate. This replaces the #41 bus.
 * 20 to the University District through North Seattle College and Green Lake neighborhood west of the I-5 corridor. Going the other way it goes to NE 130th St & 35th Ave NE in Lake City. Connects to ST 522 at Lake City Way NE and NE 125th St or 130th St.
 * 40 to Downtown through Crown Hill, Ballard, Fremont
 * 67 to University District through the Maple Leaf and Roosevelt neighborhoods, along Roosevelt Ave NE (SB)/12th Ave NE (NB). Connects to ST 522 in Roosevelt Station at 12th Ave NE and NE 65th St
 * 75 to University District through Lake City, Sand Point, goes by Children's Hospital, and University Village along NE 125th St & Sand Point Way NE.
 * 320 Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, Lake City, Northgate, South Lake Union
 * 347 Mountlake Terrace, Ballinger Terrace, Ridgecrest, Jackson Park (5th Ave NE & NE 145th St); North City, Northgate
 * 348 Richmond Beach, Shoreline, North City, Ridgecrest, Jackson Park (15th Ave NE & NE 145th St); Northgate

The following are operated by Community Transit and Sound Transit routes to Snohomish County. The 8xx buses no longer go into University of Washington:
 * 512 To Everett via Mountlake Terrace Station, Lynnwood P&R, Ash Way P&R, and South Everett during weekdays and weekends.
 * 513 Sound Transit route to Seamont Transit Center south of Everett via Mountlake Terrace Station, Lynnwood P&R and Eastmont P&R.
 * 810 McCollum Park P&R
 * 821 Marysville
 * 860 McCollum Park P&R
 * 871 Edmonds P&R
 * 880 Mukilteo (Ferry Terminal) via Swamp Creek P&R

Using King County Metro's trip planner in advance is recommended for travel within Seattle and King County and Community Transit's trip planner for travel in Snohomish County.

For other areas in North Seattle not serving Northgate Transit Center there are RapidRide Line E, an express service between Downtown and Shoreline that makes stops along Aurora Ave N, route 5 along Greenwood Ave N to Fremont and Downtown, route 26 from Wallingford and Fremont, route 73 from the University District; and route 372 from the University District to UW Bothell though Lake City, Forest Park and Kenmore. Sound Transit's route 522 runs from Roosevelt Station (12th Ave NE & NE 65th St) to Woodinville through Lake City, Kenmore, UW Bothell/Cascadia College and Bothell. The 522 bus does not serve the Northgate Station and it no longer goes into downtown Seattle.

By car
Main routes running north and south are those that you use to get in, plus 5th Ave NE and Roosevelt Way NE. Main routes running east and west are NE Northgate Way and NE 45th Street, that lead towards Lake City Way NE and Sand Point Way NE respectively. The Northeast and North road sectors are split by Interstate 5, while the Northwest and North road sectors are split by Greenwood Ave N.

Areas south of Northgate and near the rim of water bodies are hilly, so take some caution while driving, especially when it is raining.

By bus

 * The same bus routes you use to get in the area also traverses through important points on this neighborhood.
 * RapidRide Line E runs from downtown along Aurora Ave N to Aurora Village Transit Center (NE 200th Street)
 * Route 75 goes to University of Washington from Northgate Transit Center, via NE Northgate Way, Lake City Way NE, NE 125th Street, and Sand Point Way NE.
 * Route 345 & 346 goes to Shoreline (west of Interstate 5) from Northgate Transit Center, via Meridian Ave N. Routes 347 and 348 have the same route but splits after reaching NE 145th Street (city border line), in Seattle they pass through 5th Ave NE, NE Northgate Way, Roosevelt Way NE, Pinehurst Way NE, and 15th Ave NE.

On foot
The Burke-Gilman Trail runs from along the Lake Washington Ship Canal, the University of Washington, University Village, entrance to Magnuson Park, and then runs along the western rim of Lake Washington. Despite the hilly surroundings, the track itself is actually flat for its former use as a railway line, so walking here will not need a lot of effort, but just watch out for bicycles.

See

Buy
Most shopping options are located at or around NE Northgate Way until Roosevelt Way NE, or Lake City Way NE and NE 125th Street. Along Aurora Ave N, most retail options are appliance and bulk stores.

Eat
Restaurant choices are very scattered throughout the whole area. Teriyaki restaurants can be found easily albeit hole-in-the-wall.

Wedgwood is home to several neighborhood gems, including the landmark Wedgwood Broiler, the Wedgwood Ale House (locally owned, with great beer and delicious, made from scratch pub food), and the Fiddlers Inn (with a cabinlike ambiance, fantastic beer on tap, and an eclectic menu of food ranging from vegetarian burritos to some great pizza). Cafe Javasti offers gourmet coffee drinks, homemade baked goods, and crepes, and Cafe Van Gogh serves espresso drinks, wine and gelato.

Drink
True to Seattle form, Starbucks and drive thru coffee huts are everywhere. If you are looking for alcoholic refreshments, there are numerous neighborhood dive bars — just ask around. In general, the farther north you get, the fewer options you have.

Sleep
Budget travelers can consider staying in North Seattle, as what can be found here is generally inexpensive. However, avoid Aurora Avenue's motels especially the off-brands that quote hourly rates. Staying at the slightly pricier national chain inns, while not fully keeping you away from the sketchy areas, are still safer and saner.

Stay safe
A few areas are not well-lit by street lights at night, so keep your belongings with you tightly. Avoid walking along Lake City Way NE and Aurora Ave N at night as robbery and muggings are not uncommon (albeit isolated) and both are generally sketchy areas.

Connect
All branches of the Seattle Public Library offer free wireless access. Use of public, internet-connected computers for up to an hour at a time is also free, though if you don't have a SPL library card, you must request a temporary login from the circulation desk.

Wi-fi is de rigueur in any self-respecting coffee shop.

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Seattle/Pioneer Square-International District

Pioneer Square is Seattle's oldest neighborhood, showcasing a wealth of art galleries, bookstores, antique shops, cool restaurants, and buzzing nightclubs within easy walking (or free bus) distance of most Downtown Seattle hotels. The classic red brick buildings, cobblestone streets and horse-drawn carriages are a reminder of life a century ago. Local lore holds that the term "skid row" originated in Pioneer Square, when timber would be slid down Yesler Way to a steam powered mill on the Seattle waterfront. The area sits, from east to west, between 3rd Ave. and the waterfront; and between Downtown proper to the north, and the sports stadiums to the south. The square itself is nothing much, and the people talking about the square are referring to the area.

Just to its east, the International District is the name given to Seattle's Asian neighborhood. It is located southeast of Downtown, loosely bounded by 4th Avenue S. and S. Dearborn Street. While the old Chinatown stops are concentrated around the Interstate 5 freeway, the area to the east is called Little Saigon, centered on 12th and Jackson. From there, going south along Rainier Avenue, the stores transform from Vietnamese to Cambodian, beyond which it slowly merges into South Seattle.

Get in
for a list of intercity bus companies serving the Seattle Metropolitan area as many of the companies have stations or stops in or near the International or Pioneer Square Districts. It is easy to get here from the Downtown hotels – the walk is short, and any bus traveling south from Downtown on 2nd, 3rd or 5th Ave will get you to within a few blocks of your destination. Ask the driver before getting on as some buses may turn towards a different direction before reaching the Pioneer Square/International Districts or skip it altogether (no stops). There are a few pay parking lots, and limited street parking is available too. Often the best parking bet are the metered spaces under the Alaskan Way Viaduct, which are usually overlooked by all but the locals. Occidental Street, which sits between 1st and 2nd Avenues, is closed to cars between Washington and Jackson Streets and forms a pedestrian mall lined with galleries and shops.

The Central Link Light Rail stops at at James Street/3rd Avenue (a few blocks north of the main neighborhood) and at  at Jackson Street/5th Avenue.

The First Hill Streetcar line runs along Jackson Street through the area, connecting the district to First Hill and Capitol Hill.

, served by Amtrak and Sounder, sits directly in the center of the area at 4th and Jackson.

Underground tours
Seattle's oldest neighborhood has a hidden history: after being destroyed by a fire in 1889, large parts of the city were regraded, simultaneously solving the problems of steep hills, tidal flooding, and sanitation by raising what is now Pioneer Square by one story, creating the Seattle Underground.

Today, two companies run multiple tours through different sections of the Underground, with informative commentary about Seattle's history.

You will have to go up and down several flights of old stairs, and walk over some uneven terrain in poor lighting; choose footwear appropriately.

Buy

 * Most of the older businesses in the International District are, of course, Chinese, and there are a few general stores where you can pick up good woks and other imported items.

Eat
True to its name, the International District has a great variety of ethnic cuisines. While tourists and most non-Asian Seattleites stick to the large Chinese restaurants, the smaller places serve mostly locals and offer a quite authentic atmosphere as well as food. Chinese seafood restaurants are a Seattle institution popular with locals, many with live seafood tanks; they're not particularly elegant, but the food is great (if a bit venturesome for some tastes). And while most of Seattle's immigrant Japanese population has long since moved out to the suburbs (as have the upscale sushi bars), a few restaurants still stick it out in the area. Some places, especially the hole-in-the-wall restaurants, only accept cash as payment.

Chinese
For a cheap eat, try a dim sum lunch. Roving servers bring steam carts of exotic (e.g., chicken feet) but often delicious food, then stamp your meal ticket for each dish. When you're done, take your ticket up to the register and pay. If you aren't a complete master of chopsticks, bring your own fork for the slippery shrimp and rice noodles, because the staff will rarely get around to bringing you one. If you're not getting what you want, or you don't see it, ask the staff - you may have to be a little aggressive.

Bubble tea
Bubble tea arrived in the International District in the late 90s. Places here originally served it in basic plastic cups with dome lids, though now all the bubble tea cafes in the district vacuum seal the tops of each cup with semi-permanent plastic covers.

Cope

The nature of this area (homeless and crime) means that there are no public toilets in the area. So, unless you're planning on visiting a restaurant or an attraction, considering making a stop before you arrive here.

Stay safe
With many nearby shelters and other services for the homeless, Pioneer Square (especially Occidental Park) and to a lesser extent the International District, have more homeless people hanging around than other parts of Seattle. The area is generally safe, but violent crime is not unknown. With the opioid epidemic of the 2010s, property crime seems to be on the rise, so keep your eyes on your belongings.

Connect
The City of Seattle provides free wi-fi access in Occidental Park. Use the SSID "seattlewifi".


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Seattle/Queen Anne-South Lake Union

Northwest of Downtown Seattle, Queen Anne is a hilly residential neighborhood with marvelous views of the city's skyline. Magnolia, a wealthy residential neighborhood, sits on a peninsula west of Queen Anne, separated from Queen Anne by Interbay, an unexpected commercial and industrial strip in the valley between the two hilly neighborhoods. Seattle Center, at the southern base of Queen Anne Hill, was built to host the 1962 World's Fair. Today, Seattle Center is a park-like facility surrounded by many of Seattle's finest event venues and museums, as well as two notable survivors from the World's Fair: the Monorail and the Space Needle, both of which have become icons of the city.

Directly north of Downtown is South Lake Union, a former industrial neighborhood that is one of the oldest residential neighborhoods in Seattle. A wave of gentrification has made South Lake Union home to Amazon's new headquarters and a range of biotech organizations, and brought a lot of new housing developments, and a new streetcar line.

Get in
Seattle Center and South Lake Union lie within easy walking or bicycling distance of Downtown. Climbing up Queen Anne Hill, on the other hand, is more of a workout. Aurora Avenue (SR-99) is a highway that divides Seattle Center and South Lake Union and can only be crossed in a few spots.

Queen Anne Avenue is the dividing line between the "North" and the "West" roads. So don't be surprised if you cross 1st Avenue N, and then shortly thereafter find yourself crossing 1st Avenue W without having changed direction!

By car
Due to its geography, Queen Anne Hill can be difficult to navigate for the unfamiliar, especially by car. There are two simple ways to get to the center of the neighborhood: The first is via Queen Anne Avenue from the south (though take note: Queen Anne Avenue traffic is south-only when south of Roy Street). The second is by 3rd Avenue W from the north side, near Seattle Pacific University. Approaching by Dexter Avenue, Gilman Avenue, W Dravus Street or any of the numerous side streets should not be attempted unless you have time to kill.

Denny Way runs along the south side of Seattle Center. Parking is plentiful, albeit often expensive.

Dexter, Westlake, Fairview, and Eastlake Avenues pass through South Lake Union. Mercer Street is the primary east-west route and most convenient access from I-5, although it's amongst the most traffic-congested streets in the city.

To access Magnolia, from the north take Emerson Street Bridge over 15th Avenue towards the Fisherman's Terminal. From the south, take 15th Avenue W (Elliott), exiting at the Magnolia Bridge.

South Lake Union

 * Amazon have their headquarters in South Lake Union, including the visually-striking Spheres, a building made of three glass domes filled with lush plants. The expansive construction of Amazon buildings and new apartments and shops has made SLU practically synonymous with Amazon.
 * Amazon have their headquarters in South Lake Union, including the visually-striking Spheres, a building made of three glass domes filled with lush plants. The expansive construction of Amazon buildings and new apartments and shops has made SLU practically synonymous with Amazon.
 * Amazon have their headquarters in South Lake Union, including the visually-striking Spheres, a building made of three glass domes filled with lush plants. The expansive construction of Amazon buildings and new apartments and shops has made SLU practically synonymous with Amazon.
 * Amazon have their headquarters in South Lake Union, including the visually-striking Spheres, a building made of three glass domes filled with lush plants. The expansive construction of Amazon buildings and new apartments and shops has made SLU practically synonymous with Amazon.
 * Amazon have their headquarters in South Lake Union, including the visually-striking Spheres, a building made of three glass domes filled with lush plants. The expansive construction of Amazon buildings and new apartments and shops has made SLU practically synonymous with Amazon.
 * Amazon have their headquarters in South Lake Union, including the visually-striking Spheres, a building made of three glass domes filled with lush plants. The expansive construction of Amazon buildings and new apartments and shops has made SLU practically synonymous with Amazon.

Seattle Center

Buy

 * Once you get to the top of Queen Anne hill (about a mile north from Seattle Center and several hundred feet uphill) there's a few blocks with some nice window shopping. Check out Foundations Seattle and Willa for women's clothes, Queen Anne Book Store, Blue Highway Games for board games, and see what else you can find nestled between the numerous hair and beauty salons.
 * Once you get to the top of Queen Anne hill (about a mile north from Seattle Center and several hundred feet uphill) there's a few blocks with some nice window shopping. Check out Foundations Seattle and Willa for women's clothes, Queen Anne Book Store, Blue Highway Games for board games, and see what else you can find nestled between the numerous hair and beauty salons.
 * Once you get to the top of Queen Anne hill (about a mile north from Seattle Center and several hundred feet uphill) there's a few blocks with some nice window shopping. Check out Foundations Seattle and Willa for women's clothes, Queen Anne Book Store, Blue Highway Games for board games, and see what else you can find nestled between the numerous hair and beauty salons.
 * Once you get to the top of Queen Anne hill (about a mile north from Seattle Center and several hundred feet uphill) there's a few blocks with some nice window shopping. Check out Foundations Seattle and Willa for women's clothes, Queen Anne Book Store, Blue Highway Games for board games, and see what else you can find nestled between the numerous hair and beauty salons.
 * Once you get to the top of Queen Anne hill (about a mile north from Seattle Center and several hundred feet uphill) there's a few blocks with some nice window shopping. Check out Foundations Seattle and Willa for women's clothes, Queen Anne Book Store, Blue Highway Games for board games, and see what else you can find nestled between the numerous hair and beauty salons.

Eat
There are a number of food carts that typically cater to office workers at the South Lake Union complex. They generally open for lunch on weekdays, with tenants changing each day.

Splurge
Queen Anne is a relatively upscale neighborhood, and generally the restaurants rise to the occasion.

Drink
True to Seattle form, you need never go more than a few blocks without stumbling into a coffee shop. At the corner of Queen Anne Ave N and Boston St, for example, there is a Caffe Ladro, a tea shop called The Teacup, and a Starbucks.

If you're looking for something to balance out all that caffeine as a stimulant, Lower Queen Anne fits the bill.

Sleep
Much of this area is residential or light commercial, with lodgings few and far between; Downtown offers far more options. However, the Seattle Center area hosts several smaller hotels.

Connect
Nearly all coffee shops offer wi-fi.

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Seattle/Sodo-Georgetown

Seattle's Sodo used to be called "South of the Dome", referring to the now-demolished Kingdome; to keep some sense in the name, it is sometimes explained now as "South of Downtown". Georgetown picks up from Sodo somewhere around Spokane street and extends south to Boeing Field and is Seattle's thriving emerging arts neighborhood, full of great restaurants, coffee houses and funky taverns tucked between industrial buildings.

By car
Taking the Michigan/Corson exit off of I-5 will take you right into the heart of Georgetown.

By rail
The Link light rail that connects the University of Washington and Downtown Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport makes a stop at the Stadium and SODO stations. Fares from downtown are $2.25.

By bus
Many King County Metro buses operate through Sodo and Georgetown.

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Seattle/South

South Seattle occupies a broad swath of the city between I-5 to the west and Lake Washington to the east. Though often overshadowed by flashier neighborhoods, continued development, and the introduction of Seattle's first light rail line are raising its profile.

The area contains numerous neighborhoods with their own distinct characteristics, including:
 * Beacon Hill — A mostly residential neighborhood with a stop on the light rail and a variety of parks, restaurants and bars, as well as commanding views of the mountains and Downtown.
 * Columbia City — Once a forgotten part of the city left to decay, Columbia City has been revitalized. Known mostly only by locals, Columbia City is a quiet gem that offers great restaurants, bars, live entertainment, movie theaters, art galleries, and shops. Also, be sure to explore the Columbia City Library, an updated Carnegie library.
 * Mount Baker — Classic tree-lined streets with stately bungalows mark this mostly residential neighborhood on the shore of Lake Washington.
 * Othello — A bustling multi-cultural neighborhood with its own light rail station offing a wide variety of shops and restaurants.
 * Rainier Valley — Home to more immigrants than any other neighborhood in Seattle. Small shops and restaurants abound, particularly African and East Asian.
 * Seward Park — A local park that's also the name for this neighborhood along Lake Washington south of Mount Baker.
 * South Seattle — In addition to the area, "South Seattle" can also refer to a small residential neighborhood west of Mt. Baker.

By car
Rainier Ave S. and Martin Luther King Jr. Way are the two main thoroughfares that run north and south through the district. Interstates 5 and 90 is the major highway through Seattle and offers several convenient exits into South Seattle.

By rail

 * The Link light rail is a clean and timely way to travel to South Seattle, with trains running every 10 minutes for most of the day. The line runs from the University of Washington through Downtown to Seatac Airport with several stops in the South Seattle area, including Beacon Hill, Mount Baker, Columbia City, Othello and Rainier Beach.

By bus

 * King County Metro bus routes #7 and #42 travel along Rainier and MLK, respectively, with frequent service seven days a week; the 7 is also one of the few routes to operate between 1 and 5AM. The #36 travels the length of Beacon Hill with connections at the Beacon Hill light rail station. East-west bus service is limited to local routes.

By bike
Like most of Seattle, attitudes towards bikers are fairly generous and there is a fair amount of built in bike lanes but some of the hills can be intimidating to unaccustomed cyclists. There are several popular bike trails through south Seattle including Lake Washington Boulevard which is a scenic, approximately 8-mile (13-km) route through Seattle that hugs Lake Washington. There are views of the lake, small sections of rainforest, meadows, and views of the Cascade mountains. From the north end at Coleman Park (just south of Interstate 90)the trail runs all the way to Seward Park in the south. Bike maps can be obtained from the city here.

By boat

 * Seward Park creates a small protected harbor on the north shore that is popular for overnight moorage, especially in the summers.
 * Seward Park creates a small protected harbor on the north shore that is popular for overnight moorage, especially in the summers.

Parks
Designed by the Olmsted Brothers firm in Seattle's early days, park planners across the country recognize Seattle's park system as one of the best preserved and best designed in the United States. More importantly, while many eastern cities have only one or two Olmsted-designed parks, Seattle has an extensive multi-park plan linked by boulevards. It is this legacy that makes Seattle one of the most livable spots in the country including Jefferson and Seward parks in South Seattle.

Buy

Eat
Many diverse ethnic restaurants can be found throughout South Seattle with many gems tucked away in residential areas. However most tend to be centered around three neighborhoods, each with their own nearby light rail stations, Beacon Hill, Columbia City and Othello.

Coffee
Like the rest of Seattle, South Seattle takes its coffee very seriously. Although there are several chain coffee shops like Starbucks, for the genuine experience visit one of these shops to rub elbows with the locals. Many of the establishments listed above (e.g. Tutta Bella, Columbia City Bakery) are also excellent for coffee.

Bars
Seattle is well known for its local craft beers and most pubs carry a variety of local breweries so don't be afraid to ask your server when you want to try something new. Georgetown Brewery is a south Seattle based brewer so look for their varieties such as Manny's and Lucille.

Sleep
Generally a residential area South Seattle does not have a wide variety of places to stay. Visitors not staying with friends tend to find hotels downtown.

Connect
Most coffee shops offer free wifi and all branches of the Seattle Public Library have open wireless, using the SSID spl-public. Public computers with Internet access and basic office software are available for up to an hour at a time, but require either a SPL library card or a temporary pass available from the circulation desk. All services are free.

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Seattle/University District

The University District, or "U-District", surrounds the University of Washington in northeast Seattle. It's centered on University Way Northeast, which all the locals call "The Ave".

Surrounding neighborhoods include Ravenna to the north and Laurelhurst to the east. Largely residential, their attractions are included here.

By car
Interstate 5 By car, take the NE 45th-50th Streets (Exit 169) and from the NE Ravenna Blvd (Exit 170) exits from I-5, or head north from the Montlake Blvd. exit on SR-520. Parking on the campus is very expensive, up to $15 per day, although it's free after noon on Saturdays and all day Sundays. The vast E-1 lot east of campus on Montlake Blvd is a relative bargain at $7, but without a university ID, you'll have to pay in all quarters! Street parking is more plentiful further away from the campus.

to From WA Hwy 520 take the Montlake Blvd NE (WA Hwy 513) exit which goes north into the eastside of the University of Washington Campus by UW Medical Center and the Huskies Stadium (football stadium). Going south Mountlake Blvd NE become 24th Ave NE into the Capitol Hill/Central District neighborhoods. Going east-west WA Hwy 520 connects I-5 in Seattle to I-405 between Bellevue and Kirkland. It continues northeast of I-405 to its terminus in Redmond. There is a toll to go across the floating bridge over Lake Washington in both directions. Toll collection is automated by the pre-paid/loaded 'Good to Go' pass on the windshields of the passing vehicles or by taking pictures of the license plates (front and back) and then mailing the toll bill to the registered owner. There are no toll booths to collect cash payments.

By public transit
Link light rail is the fastest way to get to the area from central and southern Seattle, making its way under Capitol Hill to Downtown in less than ten minutes, and out to the airport in about 45 minutes. The station is at the southern end of campus, next to the football stadium at Montlake Blvd and Pacific Street. King County Metro runs numerous bus routes to many outlying neighborhoods. Use routes 48 and 49 to Capitol Hill, 31/32 to Fremont, 44 to Ballard, 45 to Greenwood and Lake Union, 48 to the Central District, 67 to Northgate, 65 to Wedgewood, 372 to Lake City, and 75 to Sand Point. From University Ave routes 45, 71, 73, and 373 travel to the Link Station making connections easy. The campus has excellent and wide-ranging commuter bus services with Sound Transit (to eastside (542, 556) and Tacoma (586)); Community Transit  (to Snohomish County from the Link Light Rail at Northgate Station); and King County Metro to the eastside suburbs & cities of Issaquah via Bellevue (271) and Kirkland (255).The public transportation hubs (bus stations) in the U-District are the on Montlake Blvd NE & Pacific by Huskies Stadium & UW Hospital; and  along Brooklyn Ave (The 'Ave') between NE 43rd & 45th. Additional bus-stops/bays for this station are on University Way on NE 43rd and on NE 45th between Brooklyn Ave and University Way NE. Further north there are the on Roosevelt Way (SB)/12th Ave NE (NB) & NE 65th in Ravenna, near Green Lake and in  for additional connections to buses going north as a number of routes to the U-District and/or downtown from the north have been truncated since 2020-2022. All the stations are served by the Link Light Rail.

See

The UW campus has a number of notable museums and buildings which are open to the public.

Eat
As can be expected of a college neighborhood, there are plenty of inexpensive places to eat in the U-District.

Mid-range

Stay safe
The U-District isn't an entirely safe place late at night. If you find yourself walking down the Ave (University Way) at late hours, there will typically be fewer people loitering on the east side of the street. The number of panhandlers and "Ave Rats", as the homeless teen population is referred to, increases as you travel northbound, particularly past NE 45th St. The University campus is considered pretty safe. Seattle is, however, a very tame city, and the Ave Rats tend to be harmless runaways more interested in spare change and each other than anything else. Indeed, the large student population of the neighborhood allows them to 'blend in' and escape in the neighborhood in a way they cannot anywhere else in the state: don't bother them and they won't bother you.

There have been increased incidents in the area east of "The Ave." between 45th and 65th where the student housing is. While walking late at night is still generally safe, it is better to walk in groups and to avoid poorly lit streets if possible.

If you are visibly female and have to walk at night, try avoiding "The Ave" from about 47th to 52nd because for some strange reason, women tend to be harassed more frequently on this stretch of "The Ave" than on other parts. It is recommended to head west and go down Brooklyn, but even as far as Roosevelt Way and then go back to "The Ave" if you can. If you are heading north, stay on the right side of Roosevelt: there is better lighting. The U District is still safer than most parts of the country at night, but precautions are always a good thing.

Connect
Public internet access is hard to find on the UW campus — although it has blanket wireless coverage, a university login is required. Consider trying the thicket of coffee shops surrounding the campus or the Seattle Public Library branches in:

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Seattle/West

West Seattle is the most populous district of Seattle. Separated from the remainder of the city by the Duwamish River, much of it has a decidedly less urban character, and is a welcome change for tourists wanting to avoid the hassle of the downtown area. For those who do visit, West Seattle has worthwhile attractions of its own, including miles of Puget Sound shoreline offering the areas best beaches with unparalleled views of the city, a plethora of restaurants, and a thriving commercial district centered on Alaska Junction.

By car
Get on the West Seattle Bridge from either Interstate 5 or from southbound Highway 99. Keep going uphill until you reach SW Alaska Street; turn right and continue to California Ave SW. You will be at Alaska Junction (the intersection of California Ave. SW and SW Alaska St.) where there are several shops, restaurants, etc. To reach Admiral Junction (more shops, restaurants, etc.) turn right (north) on California and continue past the high school.

To reach Alki Beach from the West Seattle Bridge, take the Harbor Ave. exit off the bridge and head north along the waterfront. You'll see the sandy beach when you get there.

By ferry
The at the southern end of West Seattle, south of Lincoln Park, offers frequent service to Southworth and Vashon Island. This terminal is much less crowded than the ferry terminals downtown and offers a more relaxing launching point to explore Vashon Island and the Kitsap Peninsula and offers both drive on and walk on traffic. If you are thinking of leaving your car and walking on the ferry, be warned that parking near the terminal is extremely scarce. Rapid Ride C bus connects Downtown to this ferry terminal via West Seattle Bridge, Alaska Way Jct, California Ave SW & Fauntleroy Ave SW. It continues towards Westwood Center via SW Barton St.

By bus
Ride the RapidRide Line C from South Lake Union and Downtown. The bus traverses the commercial area of California Ave SW and Fauntleroy Ave SW towards the Fauntleroy ferry terminal via Lincoln Park and onto Westwood Village on SW Barton St. King County Metro's route 50 runs to Alki Beach and California Ave SW from Othello Station in South Seattle.

Get around
More so than the rest of the city, a car will prove useful. Bus service is no more than adequate; the lower density of the area and frequent traffic jams on the few bridges in and out lead to widely scattered routes on unpredictable schedules. Travel between Alaska/Admiral Junctions and downtown is never a problem, although there's no single bus route that runs the length of California Avenue. Trips to the outer reaches of the area will require some advance planning. Bicycle lanes exist, but the terrain is often hilly and steep. The exception being the north shore of West Seattle along Alki with its miles long perfectly flat bike and walking trail which is amazingly popular in the summer and bike rentals are available.

Locals often refer to areas in relation to their 'junction' with California Ave SW, the main north/south arterial through West Seattle. Restaurants, bars and shops tend to be focused around 3 main junctions. The Admiral Junction is to the north in the Admiral District. The Alaska Junction near the center of West Seattle has the highest concentration of shops and is often referred to simply as 'The Junction' and further to the south is the 'Fauntleroy Junction' or 'Morgan Junction' where Fauntleroy Way SW crosses California Ave SW.

Parks
Seattle's park system was designed by the Olmsted Brothers firm in Seattle's early days, park planners across the country celebrate Seattle's park system as one of the best designed and best preserved in the United States. While many other American cities have only one or two Olmsted-designed parks, Seattle has an extensive multi-park plan linked by boulevards including Alki Beach Park and Schmitz Park in West Seattle. It is this legacy that makes Seattle one of the most livable spots in the country.

Public art

 * The small Statue of Liberty toward the west end of the beach area has just been restored and is much beloved in the neighborhood.

Beachcombing
What Puget Sound beaches lack in white sand and warm water is more than made up for in the amazing scenery as state ferries pass under snow peaked mountains on the horizons. Alki Beach is an excellent place to start a beach combing adventure offering beaches from the rugged to the sandy smooth. Sea stars and Moon Snails are common sites in the tide pools to the south of Alki Point can offer hours of exploration.

Be warned that sea shells and driftwood are considered part of the natural environment and should not be removed, however the often rocky and wild shores are havens for creating and revealing beach glass and anything artificial found is fair game for removal. Be respectful of private property and gentle with sea creatures. Keep a wide distance away from nesting birds, seals and other shore animals and always put back anything removed from the shoreline.

Scuba diving
Scuba diving the cold waters of Puget Sound takes a bit more gear and training than other warm water locations, but the rewards are incredible. The area contains some of the best diving in the world and many areas are accessible from West Seattle. Many dive sites are completely covered with colorful sea creatures that defy description. Giant Pacific Octopus are common, along with friendly wolf eels. Colorful sponges, sea cucumbers, sea stars, soft corals, anemones and fish can be seen on nearly every dive. The state offers a guide to parks with launch sites HERE

Sea kayaking
Sea kayaking can be a rewarding way to explore Elliot Bay allowing the paddler a closer and slower look at their surroundings and making West Seattle a popular area to kayak on Puget Sound with access to both wilderness and industrial areas. Harbor Seals, Otters, Sea Lions, Bald Eagles and Blue Herons are common sites while the occasional viewing of an Orca or Grey Whale is not out of the question.

Kayak trails
Organized trails offer overnight camping options and maps of appropriate and scenic travel destinations.

Eat
Because of its nature as one of the priciest neighborhoods in the Seattle area, the price for most options are between the mid-range and splurge. Generally the price for a plate of main course meal is between $10 and $15. The area also hosts a few of Seattle's famous seafood restaurants.

Sleep
There are few hotels in West Seattle, and fewer still worth considering. In a pinch, most chain motels and hotels have branches a few miles south in Tukwila or SeaTac near Sea-Tac Airport; otherwise, look closer to downtown.

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Seaview

Seaview is a city on the Olympic Peninsula, on the Long Beach (Washington) peninsula, on the Pacific Ocean coast in Washington (State).

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SeaWorld

SeaWorld can refer to one of several marine animal-based amusement parks:

 * Sea World in the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
 * SeaWorld, a chain of amusement parks in the United States:
 * Orlando, Florida
 * San Diego, California (in the Mission Beach-Pacific Beach district)
 * San Antonio, Texas

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Sebastian

Sebastian is a small town in south east Florida on the Indian River at Sebastian Inlet. A welcoming sign proclaims the town to be "Home of Pelican Island, friendly people & six old grouches."

Get in

 * Interstate 95, Exit 156 (Fellsmere Rd, also County Road 512) East.
 * U.S. Highway 1 runs through Sebastian along the Intracoastal Waterway.

Camping
Camping is available at Sebastian Inlet State Park.

Go next

 * North to the greater Melbourne area.
 * South to Vero Beach and Jupiter.

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Sebastian (disambiguation)

There's more than one place called Sebastian, Sebastián, or Sébastien:

France

 * Saint-Sébastien

Puerto Rico

 * San Sebastian (Puerto Rico) (San Sebastián) - a municipality

Spain

 * San Sebastián (Donostia) - provincial capital of Guipuzcoa, in the Basque Country
 * San Sebastian de La Gomera - capital of La Gomera, one of the Canary Islands

United States of America

 * Sebastian - a city in Indian River County, in the Treasure Coast region of Florida
 * Sebastian (Texas) - a place in Willacy County, Gulf Coast (Texas)
 * Sebastian County - in the Ouachitas region of Arkansas
 * Sebastian Inlet State Park - in the Treasure Coast region of Florida

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Sebastopol

Sebastopol is in Sonoma County in the Bay Area of California. It is named after the city of Sevastopol in the Crimea.

Understand
Sebastopol is a semi-rural town with an attractive downtown and sprawling farmland just outside the city edge. With a population of 7,700 (2019), it is a quaint but vibrant community that leans far to the left in its politics. Just north of Sebastopol is Graton, a small census-designated area with additional attractions, included below.

By car
Driving is the easiest way to get to Sebastopol. From the south, take 101 North and the exit for 116 West, in Cotati. From the north, take 101 South and exit for 12 West in Santa Rosa. Both roads go directly to downtown Sebastopol.

By bus
Sonoma County Transit.

Get around
The area of downtown Sebastopol is small and can easily be covered on foot. Buses are available but not frequent; to reach more rural areas, a car is helpful.

Route 24 of Sonoma Country Transit, is a loop around Sebastopol; it's free to use (as of June 2022).

Eat

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Seberang Jaya

Seberang Jaya is a satellite township in Penang, Malaysia.

Get in
Situated beside the north south highway, nearby to the entrance of Penang Bridge.

Get around
Bus connecting to Bukit Mertajam and Butterworth From Butterworth to Seberang Jaya RapidPenang Bus 703 [RM2.40] From Seberang Jaya to Pacific Megamall / Chai Leng Park [RM1.40] From Seberang Jaya to Bukit Mertajam, you need to take Bus No. 703 to Pacific Megamall and from there, you must take Bus No. 701 to go to Bukit Mertajam-Summit. [RM1.40]

See

 * Expo Pertanian Pulau Pinang - the annual Penang expo on agriculture
 * Pacific Megamall - the biggest shopping mall in the district, 2nd is the JUSCO Bandar Perda located in Bukit Mertajam
 * Sunway Carnival - Sunway Carnival is a stylish 4-storey shopping mall strategically located within the town center of Seberang Jaya. Parkson Departmental Store and Giant Hypermarket are both the anchor tenants. With a total of 161 specialty outlets ranging from international to regional retailers, shoppers will find a variety selection in of fashion, accessories, shoes, jewellery, timepieces, music, videos, gifts, souvenirs, leathers, books, pharmacies, electrical products, home décor, cineplex, restaurant, cafes and even an amusement centre.
 * Public Library, KWSP/PERKESO/TNB/FMM Building are just opposite the Sunway Hotel
 * Public Library, KWSP/PERKESO/TNB/FMM Building are just opposite the Sunway Hotel

Eat

 * Puncak Mutiara Cafe, Kampung Pelet (next to Jabatan Peladang)

Sleep

 * Sunway Hotel
 * Diamond Hotel
 * Diamond Hotel

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Seberang Takir

Seberang Takir is in Terengganu state on the eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia in Malaysia.

Get in
Seberang Takir is a small kampung en route to the Kuala Terangganu airport. However, this typical Malay kampung has one small eating outlet which is famous for its fruit juice drinks, served in oversized mugs. Then enjoy the "pulut panggang", a local delicacy of barbecued glutinous rice with hot spicy grated dried shrimps.

See

 * Masjid Terapung
 * Masjid Kristal
 * Bukit Puteri
 * Boatyard in Pulau Duyong
 * Pantai Batu Burok
 * Pantai Teluk Ketapang

Do
Try visiting batek factory and get some hands on in creating batek design.

Buy
Aside from food (see "Eat" below), the major products of Seberang Takir are clothing, particularly kain batek and kain songket.

Eat
The food Seberang Takir is famous for is keropok lekor, a sausage made from fish paste and sago palm flour, which is deep fried or boiled and eaten hot. Also available is keropok keping - a dried slice of keropok lekor, which should be fried before eating. You can find the keropok stall near the Sekolah Menengah Ibrahim Fikri (secondary school).

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Sebring

Sebring is a city in the Florida Heartland.

History
Nearby Highlands Hammock State Park is another popular attraction.

Climate
Sebring's climate is a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and cool, dry winters. Unlike most places with a similar climate classification, Sebring's rainfall is clearly seasonal, with approximately 57 percent of the total rainfall occurring in the June–September summer period.

By car
U.S. Hwy 27 is the city's main road, passing just south of the downtown area, which is served by FL-17. Sebring is also home to a small regional airport.

By train

 * Amtrak offers daily train service on the Silver Star and Silver Meteor routes.

Eat
Sebring has a large number of restaurants, in large part because in the winter many retirees from the northern states and Canada reside in the area.

Go next

 * Avon Park to the north
 * The rural Florida Heartland extends to the south including Lake Okeechobee

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Sežana

Sežana is a city and municipality in the Coast and Karst region of Slovenia. It has a population of 5,700 people in 2016. Sežana is the capital of the subregion Kras-Brkini and the headquarter of the Administrative Unit.

Understand

 * Sežana Tourist Information Centre, Partizanska cesta 63, 6210 Sežana..

By train
There are train connections with Villa Opicina (Italy), Ljubljana and Nova Gorica.

By car
Sežana is on the main A3 highway between Ljubljana and Italian border crossing (Fernetiči - Fernetti) and it's located near the border.

Get around
The Lipica stud farm (the white lipizzaner horses) is about 6 km from the town center and railway station. There is no regular public transport. You can call a taxi, which costs €10.

 * Taxi Sežana, cell: +386 70 11 01 21
 * Taxi Maki Sežana, cell: +386 31 67 54 48

See

 * Škocjanske jame
 * Lipica
 * Sežana Botanical Garden
 * Štanjel

Eat
There are many restaurants, pizzas and fast foods in the city.

Drink
You will find many bars in all the city area.

Sleep
There are many hotels in the city.

Go next
The following places are all a short ways away from Sežana
 * Lipica, home of the Lipizzaner horses is about 7 km to the west (6 km)
 * Postojna and its cave system is a short drive east on the A1 (35 km)
 * The Slovenian coastal towns of Koper, Izola, Piran and Portorož are 50-60 minutes away by car heading west on the A1.
 * Trieste (Italy) is barely 17 km away (30 minutes by train and bus) and with frequent buses to the Slovenian and Croatian coast and boats to small towns on the Italian, Slovenian and Croatian coast it may be a good base for exploring the area.

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Sechin

Sechin is 5km SE of Casma, a city on the Panamerican Highway in Peru's Northern Coast.

Get in
There are frequent buses along the Panamerican Highway. Colectivos are usually large old American cars, which when full go from Casma by Las Tortugas Beach Cove & on to Chimbote.

Get around
Colectivos & motor-cycle taxis can be hired to take you to the Sechin site & museum.

See
Cerro Sechin archaeological site & Museo Max Uhle are 5km SE of Casma. Hundreds of Monoliths depict victorious warriors & their mutilated enemies at a site that dates from 1600BC, & lies below Cerro Sechin, which gives a commanding view over the Casma Valley.

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Seda

There's more than one place called 'Seda:

China

 * Seda (Sichuan) - a city in Ganzi (prefecture)

Latvia

 * Seda (Latvia) - a town in the Valka district

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Seda (Latvia)

Seda is a town in the Valka district of Latvia, with 1,700 inhabitants. It lies 20 km from Valka and the Estonian border.

Understand
Seda is one of the youngest towns and an industrial centre built in 1953 for the workers of the nearby Seda peat marshes. The inhabitants were brought here from all over the Soviet Union. Built in the best traditions of the Stalinist style of the post-World War II period: with the same yellow cover and decorated with luxurious columns of a palace; only a monument of Lenin in front is missing. In Russia this style is common, but for the Baltic states the sight is unusual. Traces of decline are hidden by external cosmetic repairs.

Get in
There are three trains and several buses a day from Riga, going to Valga, Estonia. They all stop in Seda, see 1188.lv.

Get around
Seda is so small, anything beyond walking is largely overdrawn.

See

 * Seda is a monument of Stalinist architecture. It's a perfect place for people seeking Soviet nostalgia. The design and structure of the town centre is a wonderful example of the monumental architecture of 1950s Stalinist times, which has not been ruined by any new building yet.

Do

 * Walk around those three streets – it will not take more than an hour.

Buy
In the central square there is a small shop with unknown opening hours.

Sleep
Check out the observation towers in the Peat bogs, if you have sleeping bag and mattress. They might have a roof and thus be sufficient for an overnight stay.

Otherwise, check out the options available in the nearby town Strenči.

Go next

 * Strenči – 5 km southwest. Features a mental hospital in a nice surrounding.
 * Valka – A unique town on the Estonian border, which runs through the town centre, creating Valga on the other side. It is close to regaining the status of an important cultural centre.
 * Smiltene – Features a manor, some castle ruins, and a watch tower over the surrounding area. Not very interesting, but quite cosy and slightly larger than Valka, and not far from the Pskov highway.

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Sedalia

Sedalia is a city in Missouri. It was once home of famous ragtime composer Scott Joplin.

Understand

 * Sedalia Conventions and Visitor's Bureau, 600 E 3rd,
 * Missouri Division of Tourism,

By car

 * US Route 50 from the east and west.
 * US Route 65 from the north and south.
 * Interstate 70 is to the north of Sedalia by about 20 miles, but it does exit on to US 65 south in to the city.

By train
Amtrak  serves Sedalia with the daily Missouri River Runner. is located on Pacific St & N Osage Ave.

Go next

 * Lee's Summit is west on US 50 and Jefferson City is east on US 50.
 * The Lake of the Ozarks is south on US 65.

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Sedan

Sedan is a town in Chautauqua County in Southeastern Kansas.

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Sedbergh

Sedbergh is a town in Cumbria within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Understand
Sedbergh has a narrow main street lined with shops. From all angles, the hills rising behind the houses can be seen.

It stands at the foot of Howgill Fells, on the north bank of the River Rawthey, which joins the River Lune 2 miles (3 km) below the town.

Visitor information

 * Visit Sedbergh
 * Yorkshire Dales National Park

Get in
It lies about 10 miles (16 km) east of Kendal, 28 miles (45 km) north of Lancaster, and about 10 miles (16 km) north of Kirkby Lonsdale.

Sedbergh can be accessed by road from the M6 by leaving at Junction 37.

By bus

 * Dales Bus has occasional services from Dent, Kirkby Stephen, Kendal or Penrith.

Get around
The town is very small and there are good walks.

See

 * Sedbergh's parish church, dedicated to St Andrew the Apostle, dates from the 12th century, although restored periodically since.
 * The remains of the motte and bailey castle are believed to date from Saxon times.
 * The remains of the motte and bailey castle are believed to date from Saxon times.

Sleep

 * The Cross Keys Temperance Inn listed under Eat has two en-suite rooms where they offer bed & breakfast.
 * The Cross Keys Temperance Inn listed under Eat has two en-suite rooms where they offer bed & breakfast.
 * The Cross Keys Temperance Inn listed under Eat has two en-suite rooms where they offer bed & breakfast.
 * The Cross Keys Temperance Inn listed under Eat has two en-suite rooms where they offer bed & breakfast.
 * The Cross Keys Temperance Inn listed under Eat has two en-suite rooms where they offer bed & breakfast.
 * The Cross Keys Temperance Inn listed under Eat has two en-suite rooms where they offer bed & breakfast.

Connect
As of Sep 2022, Sedbergh has 4G from EE and O2, and a basic mobile signal from Three and Vodafone. 5G has not reached this area.

Go next

 * Kendal
 * Hawes
 * Kirkby Lonsdale

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Seddon

Seddon is a town in Marlborough (New Zealand) near the mouth of the Awatere River. Until the grape boom, Seddon's farmers struggled farming sheep on dry hills. Now you will struggle to find a sheep in amongst the vineyards. It is named after Richard John Seddon, who was Premier of New Zealand 1893-1906.

By car
Travelling north, Blenheim is 15 minutes from Seddon on State Highway 1 (SH1). Picton is a further 20 min. South of Seddon is Ward (15 min), Kaikoura (1 hr 15 min) and Christchurch (4 hr).

By bus
All Christchurch - Picton buses stop in Seddon.

See

 * Take a drive out to the coast - there is vast swathes of grape vines as well as access to the wild shore with sweeping views up and down the coast.
 * One of the few double decker bridges in the world, the top deck with rail and the bottom with road traffic has just been taken out of commission. Just north of Seddon on SH1. It was opened to traffic in 1902; the rail portion remains now that the new road bridge is completed.  The old roadway has been removed.

Drink
The only place for a drink is the Cosy Corner Cafe and Bar.

Go next

 * For those sick of travelling on SH1, the Acheron Road through the Molesworth Station is as remote as you can get in a two-wheel drive car. The station is the largest farm in New Zealand - a vast tract of inland farming country and a back-country link between Seddon and Hanmer Springs. The road is generally open to the public from 07:00 on the Saturday before the Labour Day holiday (the fourth Monday of October) until 7PM on Easter Monday, 7AM-7PM (but may be closed at any time due to weather, fire risk or road conditions). The turnoff is on the straight north of Seddon and is well sign-posted. No fuel or shop until Hanmer Springs in 197 km. Unlike the 4WD track that runs to the west from Rainbow, no toll is payable.

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Sedella

Sedella is a town of 600 people (2019) northwest of the Axarquia, between the Tejeda and Almijara mountain ranges. Sedella enjoys a lush, natural environment where streams, Holm oak and Granados provide plenty of water giving rise to a rich vegetation. Moorish village where the vine was its main crop and it still is an element in its landscape and its economy, producing their fields came fresh, dry or semi-dry may buy bars or private house.

By plane
The nearest large airport is in Malaga, which is served by flights from across Europe and America.

By train
The nearest train station is Malaga which is about 56 km west of Nerja. Easiest way to continue to Nerja from Malaga is by bus from the bus station just across the street, or by car or taxi.

See

 * Torreón House: former home of the mayor of the Donceles, the several times mentioned Don Diego Fernández de Córdoba, who was granted the title of Señorío. It preserves a Mudejar style tower with Moorish decoration, open with twin arches on Renaissance columns and decorated with sgraffito of Moorish aesthetics. The interior is covered with four-sided armor and triangle braces.
 * Parish Church of San Andrés: the tower ( 16th century ) stands out, with two square horns and one octagonal, topped with a pyramidal spire. Inside the temple there are sculptures from the 17th and 18th centuries, and a monstrance from the 17th.
 * Hermitage of the Virgen de la Esperanza: it is located on the outskirts of the town of Sedella, next to the schools, it is part of the remains of the castle of Sedella, from the Arab period. The popular tribute is celebrated together with San Antón. At the entrance is the era, where they used to thresh with mules.
 * Roman bridge. From the town you cross a small stone bridge that was possibly built by the Romans.

Do

 * The town celebrates the Fair in honor of the Virgen de la Esperanza Coronada, its patron saint, the first weekend of August. The festive program begins on Friday and the following day the traditional Urban Race of Sedella takes place. The patron is transferred, already in the afternoon, from her hermitage to the church of San Andrés, and after this religious manifestation the festival begins, during which the queen of the festivities is chosen. The neighbours wake up on Sunday with a cheerful flowery target that announces the big day of the fair. At noon the floral offering to the patron takes place, and after mass, the Virgin goes through the streets of the town in procession. Once again they go to the festival and at dawn a fireworks puts a thunderous end to the fair.
 * Corpus Christi day is celebrated in a similar way to that of other Malaga towns: from early in the morning, the neighbors strive to erect altars in some streets, which they adorn with the best decorative elements available (bedspreads, flowers, flowerpots, shawls) and Furthermore, they adorn the pavement with plant motifs. The procession, accompanied by a music band, makes a stop at each of the altars, a ritual that the neighbors follow with great devotion.
 * The animal festival, San Antón, is made to coincide with the weekend closest to January 17 in order to extend the celebration for at least two days. Thus, on Saturday night a kind of festival is organizsd in which the music band intervenes, which alternates with some flamenco performances. On Sunday, the neighbours take the animals to the pilgrimage, which is presided over by the image of San Antón. One of the central acts of this day is the appointment of the mayordomos (ten in total), who will be in charge of collecting money to pay for the festivities.
 * During Holy Week, Our Father Jesús Nazareno and the Virgen de los Dolores go out in procession, on Holy Thursday, which are carried to the hill of Calvario, a place not far from the urban area. On Good Friday, the women are in charge of carrying the Virgen de la Soledad, whose route stands out for the gathering of the public that attends the procession. At midnight on Saturday night a mass is celebrated, and once the religious ceremony is concluded, a ringing of bells gives the signal for the men to prepare their shotguns and fire cartridges of salvos. To this is added the launching of rockets in a kind of fireworks that announces, very loudly, the Resurrection. In this town, sounds play an important role, because, as an anecdote, it should be added that during Good Thursday and Friday, as a sign of mourning. Later, the 'Pedro' is taken out, a doll that is stuffed with straw and burned in the town square, and immediately afterwards we proceed to comply with one of the most unique traditions that this municipality preserves: some neighbors are in charge of going stable by stable to release the beasts, which are led to the town square, or move the pots that they find in the streets to force their owners to go the next morning to the square and collect animals and plants.

Eat
Chivo al ajillo, migas, kid with wine, cabbage and fennel stew, silly donuts, and local wine.

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Sedibeng

Sedibeng comprises the southern part of Gauteng and straddles the banks of the Vaal River at the border between Gauteng and the Free State.

Cities

 * — an industrial centre that is the location of the memorial to the Sharpeville Massacre (1960)
 * — an industrial centre that is the location of the memorial to the Sharpeville Massacre (1960)
 * — an industrial centre that is the location of the memorial to the Sharpeville Massacre (1960)
 * — an industrial centre that is the location of the memorial to the Sharpeville Massacre (1960)
 * — an industrial centre that is the location of the memorial to the Sharpeville Massacre (1960)
 * — an industrial centre that is the location of the memorial to the Sharpeville Massacre (1960)
 * — an industrial centre that is the location of the memorial to the Sharpeville Massacre (1960)

Other destinations

 * — One of Gauteng’s most frequented ecotourism destinations is a short distance from Johannesburg, near the historical town of Heidelberg. It hosts a representative sample of the fauna and flora of the rocky Highveld grassland biome. With 134 km² (52 sq mi) of unspoiled natural environment and a mountain range characterised by meandering twists and turns of hiking trails, the reserve offers a refreshing break from the bustling city life. Here, the altitude varies between 1,545 and 1,917 m above sea level.

See
There are many things to do in Sedibeng including camping and you get to see all the beauty of this river.

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Sedona

Sedona is a town in Arizona, United States of America, 120 miles north of Phoenix. Known for its beauty and serene setting amidst the beautiful Red Rocks, the town is famous for its vibrant arts community with nearly 100 art galleries and events including the Sedona International Film Festival, Sedona Arts Festival and the Sedona Jazz Festival. It offers excellent outdoor adventures, including mountain biking, hiking and off-roading. Sedona is surprisingly sprawling, with Oak Creek to the south, West Sedona and Uptown Sedona each providing great views, hikes, dining and arts.

By plane
The nearest major airport is in Phoenix Sky Harbor or Phoenix Mesa Airport.

By car
Sedona is along Arizona State Route 89A (AZ 89A), about  north of Phoenix,  northeast of Cottonwood, and  south of Flagstaff.

From Phoenix, take I-17 north to Camp Verde area and then exit at Cottonwood/Payson exit onto Arizona State Route 260 (AZ 260). On AZ 260 go northwest to Cottonwood. In Cottonwood at the intersection of AZ 260 and AZ 89A, travel north on 89A to Sedona. An alternate route from the south is I-17 to AZ 179 (north of Camp Verde) through the Village of Oak Creek. AZ 179 is designated as an All America Road by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). This road winds through stunning red rock terrain.

To reach Sedona from Flagstaff, you can take the scenic route of AZ 89A direct from Flagstaff, or south on I-17 past Sedona, then turning north on AZ 179 through Oak Creek or AZ 260 through Cottonwood. The route south of Flagstaff winds through scenic views of Oak Creek Canyon via 89A, known as the Sedona-Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road. Drive carefully, as the switchbacks and falling red rocks can be treacherous, but the views are well worth it.

Get around
Walking in Sedona allows for great views but a bike or car is necessary to access trail heads and most destinations. The city is divided between 3 distinct areas, all fairly spread out and realistically requiring a vehicle. Limited public transit exists.

By guided tour
A number of companies provide guided tours (by bus, trolley or Jeep) of Sedona that include transportation from the surrounding areas. Some companies will provide bus travel from nearby towns while others begin in Sedona. Some will provide just a brief tour with small stops, while others may take you on a hike, and arrange all your meals.

See

Sedona is home to a bustling downtown and vibrant arts community, but the real attraction is the surreal, red rock landscape, visible from anywhere in town. There are however several notable historic sights.

Hiking and mountain biking
Canyons, creeks, mountains, forests, spiritual vortices, hikes and mountain biking trails surround the area. A Red Rock Pass ($5/day, $15/wk, $20/yr, sold at multiple locations and online) is required to park at trail heads. The U.S. Forest Service has guides and maps to the local trails.

Mountain bikes can be rented from Over the Edge Sedona Bike Shop (1695 Hwy 89A, ), and from Absolute Bikes (6101 Hwy 179, ).

Other notable trails include Soldier Pass Trail and Courthouse Butte Loop Trail. For a more laid back stroll, park near the end of Verde Valley School Road and walk the rest of the way to Oak Creek Crossing. Or take an hour's walk from near the school by the junction of the Upper Red Rock Loop Road and the Highway 89 (there is a parking lot there). The trail leads up to one of the finest panoramic views you will ever see.

Scenic drives
This is a gorgeous area and driving around gives you great views of the rocks. Jeep rentals for serious off-road driving are popular. If you have four wheel drive, Schnebley Hill Road at sunset provides excellent views.

Spas and wellness
Sedona is famous as the home of five New Age vortices, areas where the earth's magnetism is said to have special properties. Vortices are located at Bell Rock, Airport Mesa, Cathedral Rock, Boynton Canyon, and Schnebly Hill. You can take a vortex tour from one of many local guides, or hike to the sites yourself. Look for cairns marking the vortex sites.

Buy
Sedona has many shops specializing in local Native American arts and crafts, international galleries and New Age shops (aura readings, healing crystals, vortex information) in addition to the usual tourist fare. A few stores sell shirts dyed in genuine Sedona red rock.

Eat
When it comes to dining, Sedona has an exceptional choice of style, atmosphere, decor and flavor developed for tourists from around the world. Many of the restaurants in Sedona are rated among the best restaurants in Arizona, and several have earned national acclaim.

Splurge

Go next

 * Flagstaff, Historic Route 66 and the Grand Canyon to the north.
 * Phoenix, the Valley of the Sun, to the south.
 * The historic mining towns of Cottonwood and Jerome to the southwest

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Sedro-Woolley

Sedro-Woolley is a city in The Skagit Valley in the North Cascades region of Washington State.

Understand
If you want to understand Washington state's logging history, start in Sedro-Woolley. Logging is not a thing of the past in Sedro-Woolley. You'll still see loggers walking into Oliver-Hammer to buy cork boots and hickory shirts.

Get in
By Car: Take Highway 20 east from Burlington. By Train: Amtrak runs buses and trains from Seattle daily to Mount Vernon. From Mount Vernon, take the 90X bus to Sedro-Woolley.

See
Enjoy the old-time logging equipment such as the Mac Yarder “Little Tugger” and the Steam Donkey that depict Sedro-Woolley’s history, and out on Highway 20 is the old steam train, Engine Number 2, that in past years acted as the City’s Visitor’s Center.

Every year on the 4th of July, Sedro-Woolley hosts a chainsaw carving contest. The city buys several sculptures each year and displays them around town. They now have more than 25 carvings to see.

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Seekonk

Seekonk is a town of 16,000 people (2020) in the SouthCoast region of Massachusetts. Though much of the town primarily serves as a residential suburb of nearby cities (Providence, Boston, Taunton, Fall River), its relative wealth of shopping locales and destinations like the Seekonk Speedway combine with an all-around dose of Swamp Yankee charm to make Seekonk an interesting place to visit, or perhaps work. In any case, you'll probably drive through it at some point if you frequently travel around Southern New England (especially Massachusetts and Rhode Island), so knowing where to stop could come in handy.

Understand
Seekonk traces its name to a Wampanoag (Native American) word for Canada geese ("Seaconcke"), which can frequently be seen migrating over Seekonk or living, for a time, in the Seekonk Reservoir (the original pond/lake was another possible meaning for the word Seekonk) or other locations. Indeed, many species of migratory birds can be seen in an area which has preserved many wetlands and natural resources while also developing a sprawl of suburban infrastructure, best epitomized in the endless stores of Route 6. In early winter, large mobs of birds have been known to inhabit the power lines on Route 6 as well as they prepare for the long journey south. More about the area-at-large's birding can be found from Mass Audubon.

It borders East Providence and Pawtucket, Rhode Island to the west, Attleboro to the north, Rehoboth to the east, and Swansea (Massachusetts) and Barrington (Rhode Island) to the south.

By car
Seekonk is most easily accessed by car.

 * Interstate 195 runs east-west from Providence to Cape Cod. Exit 1.
 * US Route 6, a 3000-mi connection from Cape Cod to California, is the town's main thoroughfare (here, named Fall River Ave).
 * US Route 44 from Plymouth and Taunton via Rehoboth connects to East Providence and then Providence. Known here as Taunton Ave.
 * MA Route 152 connects to Attleboro, Plainville, and East Providence.
 * Route 114A runs from East Providence in the south to... East Providence again in the north, vertically slicing Seekonk in half along the way.

By bike
The adventurous Providence biker can cross a bridge and journey through East Providence, which has notorious potholes in places but generally good sidewalks. Many cyclists can be seen in Seekonk on fair weather days.

By train

 * From Boston: take the Providence Commuter Rail to Providence or Attleboro (not South Attleboro), then follow bus instructions below. Assuming the schedules line up, Attleboro would be the easiest connection, since the bus and train go to the same transportation center.

By bus

 * From Providence: Rhode Island Public Transportation Authority (RIPTA) Routes 32 and 34 connect Providence's Kennedy Plaza with Seekonk.
 * From Attleboro: GATRA Bus Route 19 connects Attleboro Transit Center to Seekonk.

By plane

 * Logan International Airport in Boston is the primary international airport serving the area.
 * T.F. Green Airport in Warwick (Rhode Island) is the town's nearest major domestic airport.

Get around
Seekonk is most easily traveled by car. Most businesses and attractions are on one of the town's main highways, which are not very friendly to pedestrians and cyclists.

Family entertainment centers
Somehow, some way, Seekonk manages to support three similar, mini golf-anchored family fun venues.

Malls
Seekonk's strip of US Route 6 is a mile-long string of retail park after retail park. Some of the larger parks include:

Farm stands

Diners

Sleep

Go next

 * Providence
 * Newport (Rhode Island)
 * Boston
 * Fall River (Massachusetts)
 * New Bedford
 * Cape Cod

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