Plum Makes veganism accessible to everyone and has worked to develop a sustainable business model using what the earth provides to supply wholesome, nourishing food to the community. Address: 1429 12th Ave. Seattle 98122. Phone: 206.838.5333. Hours: 11am-9:30pm.
A neighborhood joint (fantastic for brunch) that uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients and continually seeks to “redefine the meaning of comfort food.” Address: 1400 East Union Street Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.521.2001. Hours: 7am-10pm
Barrio serves Mexican-style Northwest fare along with Latin-inspired cocktails. They offer brunch on the weekends and have happy hour daily from 3-6pm. Address: 1420 12th Ave Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.588.8105. Hours: 11am-12am.
8 oz serves a fusion of flavors combining California and Pacific Northwest inspired dishes, accented by fresh, local, and organic ingredients. 8 oz has a variety of burgers, including an exceptional veggie burger. Address: 1401 Broadway, Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.466.5989. Hours: 11:30am-11pm.
This café features Caffe Vita coffee and house-made pastries. They have a full bar open until 2am everyday, and a menu of casual Parisian café classics. Address: 1117 12th Ave. Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.709.7674. Hours: 7am-2am.
This cozy restaurant serves the traditional dishes of India, Nepal & Tibet in a colorful underground room with a bar. Vegan and vegetarian options offered. Address: 1833 Broadway, Seattle 98122. Phone: 206.320.7770.Hours: 12pm-9:30pm.
Oddfellows is known for their outstanding brunch. They source from predominantly local purveyors to produce simple, lovely food using as many sustainable, organic, humane and environmentally friendly ingredients as possible. Perhaps the best part about Odd Fellows is the ambience; the interior, furnishings, and fixtures are 90% salvaged, recycled or repurposed. Address: 1525 10th Ave. Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.325.0807. Hours 8am-11pm.
This Seattle-born Ice Cream shop sources local ingredients to create unique flavors such as Honey Lavender, and Vegan Coconut Strawberry. Address: 917 East Pine Street Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.708.7947. Hours: 12pm-11pm.
Born on the streets of Saigon, Ba Bar serves vermicelli bowls, coffee, and has a small bakery. Casual and simple, Ba Bar is always delicious. Address: 550 12th Ave. Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.328.2030. Hours: 9am-2am.
Independent, locally owned company, meticulously sourcing some of Seattle’s best coffee, while investing in farmers who are committed to sustainable practices. Address: 1005 East Pike Street Seattle 98122. Phone: 206.709.4440. Hours: 6am-11pm.
If you prefer tea over coffee, visiting Remedy Tea is a must! Remedy serves over 150 organic lose leaf teas specializing in custom blends from across the globe. Address: 345 15th Ave East Seattle, 98112. Phone: 206.323.4832. Hours: 8am-7pm.
This coffee company from Anchorage Alaska always encompasses the energy of Seattle: they serve fair-trade coffee, the ambience has lots of hardwood, you’ll see a dog or two inside, and someone is always working on an art piece. Address: 517 East Pike St. Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.257.1688. Hours: 6:30am-10pm.
Canon Whiskey and Bitters Emporium has the largest collection of spirits in the western hemisphere. Address: 928 12th Ave Seattle, 98122. Hours: 5pm-2am.
A German biergarten with bratwurst, pretzels & schnitzels, plus fireplaces & bocce ball courts. Address: 912 12th Ave Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.325.5409. Hours: Weekdays 3pm-2am. Weekends 11am-2am.
Optimism is a unique microbrewery just down the street from Seattle University. They feature unique brews as well as host a variety of food trucks. Address: 1158 Broadway Seattle WA 98122. Hours: 12-12pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
The Garage is a fun place to get a drink and order food. In addition to their food and drink, the Garage has bowling lanes and pool tables if you need some entertainment for the night. Address: 1130 Broadway Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.322.2296. Hours: 3pm-2am.
If you are gluten free, visiting Capitol Hill Cider is a must. They have a 100% gluten-free menu, and a full bar with 30 taps. This cozy restaurant and bar is open for Brunch (on the weekends), lunch, and dinner. Address: 818 E Pike St. Seattle, 98122. Phone: 206.397.3564. Hours: 11am-2am.
The Frye is a smaller museum that features painting and sculpture from the nineteenth century to the present. It is located just blocks away from Seattle University’s campus.Address: 704 Terry Ave. Seattle, 98104.Phone: 206.622.9250. Hours: 11am-7pm.
SAM’s main museum is in downtown Seattle; the Seattle Asian Art Museum is in Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill; the Olympic Sculpture Park is on the Seattle waterfront. Check the website for specific hours.
(Boeing Field) is an air and space museum south of downtown Seattle at King County International Airport. It holds more than 150 aircraft and Boeing’s original manufacturing plant. Address: 9404 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, WA 98108. Phone: 206.764.5700. Hours: 9am-5pm.
(at Seattle Center) features award-winning exhibits covering different aspects of pop culture and includes many interactive activities and a sound sculpture. Address: 325 5th Ave N. Seattle, 98109 Hours: 10am-7pm.
(At Seattle Center) contains an imax Theater, a butterfly house, a planetarium and many hands-on exhibits. Address: 200 2nd Ave N, Seattle, 98109. Phone:206.443.2001. Hours: 10am-6pm.
Located in the International District, it is the only museum in the country devoted to the Asian Pacific American experience. Address: 719 S King St. Seattle, 98104. Phone: 206.623.5124. Hours: 10am-5pm, Monday closed.
Located at the University of Washington, it is Washington’s oldest museum and has a permanent collection of over 14 million artifacts highlighting natural history. Address: 4331 Memorial Way Northeast, Seattle, 98195.Phone: 206.543.7907. Hours:10am-5pm.
This hidden gem is at the heart of Seattle’s Capitol Hill Neighborhood. The 50 acre- park was designed by the Olmstead brothers—that duo that designed Central Park in NYC. If you visit Volunteer Park, make sure to grab a coffee or pastry before at the charming Volunteer Park Café which located just outside of the park. Address: 1501 17th Ave E Seattle, 98112.
This iconic Seattle park located on the site of what used to be the Seattle Gas Light Company gasification plant. Situated on the north end of Lake Union, the park offers views of the Seattle skyline. Address: 2101 N Northlake Way, Seattle, 98103.
The University of Washington’s Waterfront Activites Center is located directly behind Husky Stadium. They rent canoes and rowboats for $10/hour. Take link light rail from the Capitol Hill station to the University of Washington station and you are within walking distance! Address: 3710 Montlake Boulevard Northeast, Seattle, 98195. Hours: 10am-7pm. Phone:206.543.9433.
Live Love Flow is Seattle’s Premier Indoor cycling and vinyasa fusion studio. They offer spin classes, yoga classes, and combination classes. The studio is conveniently located across the street from Seattle U’s campus. Address: 1223 E. Cherry Street, Seattle, 98122. Hours: Check online schedule. Phone: 206.322.FLOW (3569).
Built for the 1962 World’s Fair, it is now a landmark for the Pacific Northwest. Visitors can reach the top by purchasing tickets online. If you visit, feel assured; the Space Needle was built to withstand a 9.1 magnitude earthquake. If you plan on visiting the Space Needle and the Chihuly Museum, make sure to purchase a package ticket here. Address: 400 Broad St, Seattle, 98109. Hours: 8am-12am.
Theo Chocolate is a company from the Fremont (Seattle) neighborhood. They source fair-trade & organic confections and offer educational tours with delicious free samples. Tickets are $10 for an hour-long tour. Address: 3400 Phinney Ave. N. Seattle, 98103. Hours: 10am-6pm. Phone: 206.632.5100.
This charming bookstore frequently hosts authors and also has a café. It is conveniently located less than 2 blocks from Seattle U’s campus. Address: 1521 10th Ave, Seattle, 98122. Hours:10am-6pm.
This map store is the oldest (since 1950) and largest map store in Seattle. Metzger’s is almost like a map museum, supplying maps from all over the world. If you enjoy geography and maps, you will not be disappointed. Address: 1511 1st Ave, Seattle, 98101. Hours: 10am- 8pm. Phone: 206.623.8747.
Learn about the international and local projects that the Gates Foundation supports. This interactive museum is accessible as a self-guided venture, or with a complementary guide. Admission is free. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm. Address: 440 Fifth Avenue North. Seattle, 98109. Phone:206.709.3100 x7100.
The Great Wheel opened in June of 2012 and is the largest observation wheel on the west coast, rising to 175 feet. Tickets are $13 and can be purchased online. Address: 1301 Alaskan Way, Seattle, 98101. Hours: 10am-11pm. Phone: 206.623.8607.
The aquarium is located on Pier 59 on the Elliot Bay Waterfront. Address: 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle, 98101. Hours: 9:301m-5pm. Phone: 206.386.4300.
(Approximately 40 minutes starting at the Cathedral). Use the above link to access a fun, 40-minute self-guided tour. This is a perfectly complements a visit to St. James Cathedral, and extends the history of the Cathedral into Seattle’s cultural and economic history into the surrounding First Hill neighborhood.
Take Bus #3 or #4 to 3rd & James. You can catch bus #3 or #4 2at 12th and Jefferson heading west. Then either:
The 75-minute guided walking tour highlights the historic subterranean passages that once were the main roadways of downtown Seattle. Address: 614 1st Avenue Seattle, 98104. Phone: 206.682.4646. Hours: 9am-7pm daily.
The Chapel of St. Ignatius is Seattle University's main chapel and primarily hosts our Roman Catholic liturgies. It is an award-winning chapel due to its unique architecture by the famous Steven Holl. Whether you are Catholic or not, the chapel is a must-see! Mass times: 12:30pm, Monday–Friday. Sunday 11am. Visiting hours 7am-10pm.
St. James Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral church in the First Hill neighborhood of Seattle, and is about a 10-minute walk from Seattle U’s campus. Address: 804 9th Ave, Seattle, 98104. Mass times: Sundays 8am, 10am, 12pm, & 5:30 pm. Weekdays 8:15am, 5:30pm.