Capitol Hill is one of Seattle's most hip and diverse neighborhoods with a mix of funky restaurants and bars, eclectic shops, art-house theaters, and prominent gay and lesbian communities. This district is also home to several colleges including Seattle University and Cornish College of the Arts. Places of interest are the Seattle Asian Museum and Volunteer Park.
Downtown, Waterfront, Pioneer Square
Historic Pioneer Square is about 10 blocks south of the Waterfront and Pike Place Market. Bookstores, restaurants and upscale boutiques line the streets around the Square during the day; at night it is a good place to find food, microbrews, and live music.
Fremont District
Fremont is a hip and interesting area, north of downtown Seattle and across Lake Union. Antique stores, art galleries, coffee houses and bookstores abound in the neighborhood. It is the self-proclaimed ""Center of the Universe"" featuring unique local art such as a statue of Vladmir Lenin, a Korean-built rocket, and a car-eating troll under state route 99 bridge.
International District
This 10-15-block neighborhood in Downtown Seattle's southeastern section was formerly called Chinatown. The name was changed to reflect the diversity of the neighborhood. Revitalization of the area has included new offices, housing and retail along 5th Avenue S, along with restoration of Union Station and new stadiums for the Mariners and Seahawks.
Queen Anne Hill
An incredible view of Elliott Bay and the Seattle skyline can be seen from the west slope of Queen Anne Hill, especially from Kerry Park - Seattle's most photographed view. To the south are equally spectacular views of the Space Needle and Mount Ranier.
Seattle
Seattle, Washington is a beautiful, medium-sized city featuring outstanding scenery, diversified lifestyles, and a multitude of activities to keep visitors and locals busy come rain or shine. The city has a well-earned reputation as one of the most livable cities in the country.
Seattle
Despite Seattle's reputation for clouds and drizzle, the summer skies usually blue and cloudless. The view of the snowy peak of Mt. Ranier, a 14,410 ft. tall dormant volcano, is breath-taking and the blue waters of Elliott Bay, Lake Washington, and Lake Union are often brimming with sport boats, from yachts to sailboats to rowboats.
Seattle
Seattle is home to many upscale restaurants and shops and it seems, a coffee shop around every corner, earning the city the title of ""coffee capital of America"". Seattle's restaurants are as diversified as the people that inhabit the city. Fresh seafood is a feature of many menus.
Seattle
A major cultural center, Seattle is home to top-notch opera, symphony, ballet and theater companies as well as professional sports teams. There are also many big-name businesses that call Seattle home, such as Microsoft and Starbucks.
Seattle Neighborhoods
There are many neighborhoods in the Seattle Metropolitan area; each with its own distinct personality.
University District
The University of Washington shapes the University District. Its influence is seen in the cultural events that happen on the campus. The ""Ave"" is home to low-price restaurants and pubs.
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