Hostels in SEATTLE, USA

Seattle – The City of Starbucks, Space needle and More

Seattle, better known as the Emerald city for its rich verdant forests is a stunning city which offers a great get away for locals and tourists alike. Mild climate, fabulous outdoors, charming locals and interesting shopping options in the city centre presided over by the Space needle tower make this city in Washington a great tourist spot.

History:
The Seattle area takes pride to a legacy of over 4,000 years, when it was inhabited by local tribes. The European settlers came to this region towards the mid-19th century. At present it is one of the most populous cities in the United States which has evolved to be a humming economic hub.

Popular places:
Seattle is famous for at least a million reasons including the starbucks coffee, rock bands, the Space needle tower and Bill gates among others! It goes without saying that the space needle is the most famous landmark of this city, which promises a bird’s view of the Seattle region. There are many cafes and restaurants where you can sample the Starbucks coffee. If music if your religion, you are well at home at this city, which is the birth place of many popular rock bands like the Nirvana. Enjoy the live jazz shows and musical programs at the city centers and open parks where you can mingle with the fun loving locals or watch the world go by. The shopping buffs have yet another reason to cheer about. There are many exciting shopping options and book stores where you can browse for something really special.

Rated as one of the most livable cities in the world, Seattle is only next to Melbourne and Montreal.  The fabulous country sides and thickly wooded forests are great for an array of outdoor activities like hiking, hill walking or mountain biking among others.

Getting around:
Seattle is small and compact and could be easily explored on foot. Public transport bus and taxi services are also popular means to go around the city, if your going to use the bus a good guide to easy hassle free bus journies is to keep some small notes and coins handy to pay the correct fare.

Places of Entertainment:
A house boat cruise through the enchanting waterways of Seattle is definitely on the cards of all tourists visiting this region. In case you wish to shop till you drop, head straight to the open air market of Pike Place Markets where you can buy anything under the sun. There are art galleries, museums and theaters to top off your Seattle experience.
 
Accommodation Options:
From budget hotels, youth hostels,guesthouse, inns to Bed & Breakfast, motels, and luxury hotels there are different modes of accommodation in Seattle.

Currency:
US Dollar is the currency of Seattle, which is easily available with Banks and with any authorized travel agencies, get the most for your money and check the news and internet foe the latest exchange rates.

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