Excellent museum with wonderful national and international exhibits. Nice museum cafe for lunch or dinner.

Beautiful museum in the shadow of the Space Needle.

Picked one of the top 10 best restaurants in the US. Hard to get a table any night but get there at 4 or 5 in the afternoon and you will get a seat pretty quick. Really worth the wait. The seafood... read more

Amazing views. Destination dining. Old Seattle favorite. You can dine downstairs and have a very special romantic meal or upstairs in the cafe is a bit more casual. The views are amazing. Excellent... read more

Local and national acts. Mostly Americana, folk, rock, blues some alternative. Excellent venue. Right in the heart of old Ballard.

Fat Hen- One of the best breakfast’s in Seattle. Delicious European style café just a few minutes walk from here. In a grove of eateries on 70th NW just a block before 15th. Walk in 15 mins or car ... read more

Hiking trails, views of Puget Sound. Lovely place for a trail run or a nice walk in the woods with spectacular views. Close by via car.

A ten minute walk from our home. Dalancey is famous for the owner who is a renowned food writer. Delaney is an upscale artisanal pizza place with amazing brick oven thin crust pizza and salads. ... read more

Wonderful local museum located on Lake Union. Nice view of the city and Lake Union.

Seattle Icon. Even if you have been before always something new to see. We love going there and we live here!

Terrific restaurant. 15 mins by car. Usually a wait but well worth it. One of the best chef's in the PacNW.

An amazing local venue for music. This is located in Columbia City an area about 30 mins south of Ballard. Worth the trip depending on what is going on that evening. A very special place for local ... read more

La Carta de Oaxaca- http://lacartadeoaxaca.com- Drive 10 mins. away. delicious traditional Oaxacan cuisine in Old Ballard. Long time favorite, good Margaritas.

Excellent local art museum.

We are lucky to have 3 of the best french bakeries in Seattle within walking distance from our home. Honore is the closest. A five minute walk from our door to a lovely spot with terrific coffee a... read more

Lovely cocktails, walking distance up on Greenwood. Delicious small plates. Casual atmosphere and late night nibbles.

Terrific Asian Art collection. This museum is a must see if you have the time.

This place is 4 blocks from our home. A nice neighborhood pub with delicious food and a full bar. Sports on TV. It is a lively neighborhood spot. Delicious salads, burgers and pizza.

Very popular delicious local cuisine from Ethan Stowell a Seattle restaurateur. Reservations needed. The prefix menu is a real deal and usually has 8 or more items. Amazing food. $$-$$$

It is our icon. The views are amazing. Go when the skies are clear.

Live music, local and national. Folk, rock, Americana, alternative.

Excellent museum located on the University of Washington campus in the UDist.

Rachel Coyle’s European Bakery- Greenwood and 87th. Amazing bakery one of the best in the city. Mostly pastries, also love salads and soups for lunch. Afternoon tea!

Excellent Breakfast and Brunch.

Pete’s Eggnest- Greenwood and 78th- Good hearty breakfast

Hecho- http://www.hechoinseattle.com/#home Walking distance- continue north on Greenwood cross 73rd. It is just north of the Fire Station on the east side of the street. This is pretty good Mexican... read more

This is a very cool spot under the Aurora Bridge. Large art installation of a Troll holding a VW Beetle. Everyone should visit this spot at least once when visiting Seattle. Close by.

Awesome local park. Beautiful views of Puget Sound. Minutes away from our home by car. Great beach walks, play area for kids, outdoor picnicking and some forest trails.

Little sister to Walrus and Carpenter- delicious small plates, Amaro tasting, Italian theme and charcuterie. $$ Yum!

Chaco Canyon- Organic vegan options. Delicious breakfast and lunch options. $ bargain