3-Day Exciting Seattle Itinerary for Friends Exploring the Emerald City

Day 1: Downtown & Waterfront

Seattle, USA on May 28, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Biscuit Bitch

Start your day with hearty Southern-style biscuits and coffee at this quirky downtown spot, open from 7am to 3pm, perfect for a filling breakfast before exploration.
USD15-20, 1h

9:45am

Visit Pike Place Market

Explore the iconic market to see fresh seafood, flowers, local art, and watch the famous fishmongers throw fish. Open daily from 9am to 6pm.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at The Pink Door

Dine at this beloved Italian restaurant hidden in Pike Place Market offering fresh, seasonal dishes with a charming ambiance. Open 11:30am to 10pm.
USD25-40, 1.5h

2:00pm

Seattle Aquarium

Discover local marine life and interactive exhibits on the waterfront, open 9:30am to 5pm. A great way to learn about Puget Sound.
USD35, 1.5h

4:00pm

Ride the Seattle Great Wheel

Enjoy panoramic views of Elliott Bay from the Ferris wheel on the waterfront, operating daily until 10pm.
USD17, 0.5h

6:30pm

Dinner at Elliott's Oyster House

Feast on fresh seafood and oysters with a waterfront view at Elliott’s, open until 9pm daily.
USD30-50, 1.5h
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Day 2: Capitol Hill & University

Seattle, USA on May 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Starbucks Reserve Roastery

Experience Starbucks like never before with exclusive coffee blends and pastries, open 7am to 6pm.
USD15-25, 1h

9:30am

Explore Volunteer Park and Conservatory

Relax in the beautiful park and visit the conservatory to see exotic plants; park and conservatory open 7am to dusk, conservatory 10am to 5pm.
Free, 1.5h

11:30am

Visit the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

Delve into music, sci-fi, and pop culture exhibits in this architecturally iconic museum, open 10am to 5pm.
USD35, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Café Solstice in Capitol Hill

Enjoy farm-to-table sandwiches and salads in a vibrant neighborhood cafe, open 11am to 3pm on weekdays.
USD15-25, 1h

3:00pm

Explore University of Washington Campus and Burke Museum

Walk through the scenic university campus and visit the natural history museum, open 10am to 5pm.
USD20, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Spinasse

Savor authentic Northern Italian cuisine with fresh, handmade pasta; open for dinner starting at 5pm.
USD40-60, 1.5h
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Day 3: Fremont & Ballard

Seattle, USA on May 30, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at The Fat Hen

Enjoy classic breakfast dishes with a modern twist at this cozy spot in Ballard, open 7:30am to 2:30pm.
USD15-25, 1h

10:00am

Explore Fremont Sunday Market

Experience local crafts, food vendors, and live music at this lively market, open Sundays 10am to 4pm. If not Sunday, explore Fremont neighborhood murals and shops.
Free, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Paseo Caribbean Food

Feast on Caribbean sandwiches known citywide for their flavorful meats; open 11am to 7pm.
USD15-20, 1h

2:00pm

Ballard Locks and Fish Ladder

See boats pass through the locks and watch salmon navigate the fish ladder during migration season; open daily from 7am to dusk.
Free, 1.5h

4:00pm

Visit Nordic Museum

Learn about Nordic heritage and culture in this engaging museum open Wed-Sun 11am to 5pm.
USD18, 1.5h

6:30pm

Dinner at Ray's Boathouse

Enjoy upscale seafood and stunning views of Puget Sound in Ballard, open until 9pm.
USD40-70, 1.5h
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