We found a cache of free tours (and a few cheap ones at $15 or less) that visitors and residents alike will enjoy. Each tour is unique to Seattle, something you won't find anywhere else. We think that makes them priceless. But, we'll take free! The free tours included guided tours, self-guided tours, and walking … [Read more...] about 25 free tours (and a couple cheap ones)
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Free museums in the Puget Sound region
Here are free museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area, including those with free admission every day, as well as free museum days. Besides Pioneer Square's First Thursday event, there are several other locations and days throughout the month where you can visit popular museums at no charge on certain days and times … [Read more...] about Free museums in the Puget Sound region
Free guided hikes with the Issaquah Alps Trails Club
Issaquah Alps Trail Club (IATC) mission is to be a voice for protection of the open spaces, trails, and quality of life and to act as custodian of the trails and the lush, open, tree-covered mountaintops known as the Issaquah Alps. About Issaquah Trail Club The Issaquah Alps Trails Club (IATC) has always been more … [Read more...] about Free guided hikes with the Issaquah Alps Trails Club
Free author readings in Seattle bookstores and libraries
As reported by the Huffington Post on May 15, 2012, Seattle and Bellevue rank among the top 20 most well-read cities in the country, according to an annual list compiled by Amazon, based on book and literature sales on their website. So, if you decide to attend a reading, you'll have plenty of company! What is an … [Read more...] about Free author readings in Seattle bookstores and libraries
Free (and cheap) cooking classes and food tours
Listed below are free cooking classes and food tours in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region. While there are plenty of places in Seattle where you can find cooking classes and food tours costing $55-$75 and more, here we focus on fun food-themed events that are free or cheap ($15 or less), including cooking … [Read more...] about Free (and cheap) cooking classes and food tours
93 Free attractions around the Puget Sound region
These are some of the Seattle-Tacoma metro area's best attractions. For any of these activities, you can easily spend an hour or two—and some the better part of a day. Best of all, they’re free and many are available year-around. Ballard Locks, officially named Hiram M. Chittenden Locks connects the (fresh) waters … [Read more...] about 93 Free attractions around the Puget Sound region
Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle and Camano Island
The Center for Wooden Boats (CWB) is a non-profit organization that celebrates the rich and varied watercraft heritage that is a vital part of the history of Seattle and the Puget Sound region. At this hands-on maritime museum, the exhibits are on the water and the public is encouraged to use them. The organization … [Read more...] about Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle and Camano Island
Free trail maps for running or walking
Listed below are free Seattle trail maps for running and walking, whether you want ideas for a regular fitness program to enjoy all year long, or just a casual family outing or romantic stroll in a nearby park. The information includes a variety of downloadable and printable maps, online tools, and … [Read more...] about Free trail maps for running or walking
10 best outdoor activities year-round
The following outdoor activities feature popular year-round sport and recreation pursuits around Puget Sound and the Olympic Peninsula. Our list focuses on activities that are relatively easy to learn and pursue. Newcomers to these recreational pursuits can quickly get introduced to the basics without a lot of time or … [Read more...] about 10 best outdoor activities year-round
Our reader’s favorite things to do in 2018
At the beginning of the year, we look at our readers' favorite things to do in the past year based upon the number of times an article was visited. In the list below we've arranged popular seasonal activities in order of occurrence during the year (most popular season or time period), followed by articles that were … [Read more...] about Our reader’s favorite things to do in 2018
30 always free things to do for fun
The following free things to do in Seattle include art, music, museums, cultural events, parks and gardens, free wireless internet service, and popular attractions around the Puget Sound region. Whether you want to have fun or learn something new, we've got dozens of ways to entertain yourself without opening … [Read more...] about 30 always free things to do for fun
11 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free
The video above is an aerial view of the Point No Point lighthouse, a functioning, fully automated lighthouse located in a 3-acre park on the northern tip of Kitsap Peninsula. It is the oldest Puget Sound lighthouse, operating since 1879. You'll also find a Google map with all the lighthouse locations at … [Read more...] about 11 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free
