For the kids · Seattle, United States
9 Things to Do in Seattle with Kids
Parks, zoos, hands-on museums and rides: the Seattle the kids will actually remember.
Chosen by venue type (family-oriented categories), ordered by real review volume. Updated monthly.
Seattle Aquarium
Park & natureThe Seattle Aquarium sits right on the downtown waterfront at Pier 59, showcasing the marine life of the cold, rich waters of Puget Sound and the Pacific Northwest.
Read our full guide →Seattle Great Wheel
Park & natureThe Seattle Great Wheel is a 53-metre Ferris wheel perched right at the end of Pier 57 on the downtown waterfront, jutting out over Elliott Bay.
Read our full guide →Gas Works Park
Park & natureFree entryGas Works Park is a one-of-a-kind urban park in Seattle, transformed from a former coal gasification plant into a beloved green space.
Read our full guide →Wings Over Washington
EntertainmentWings Over Washington is a state-of-the-art flying theater attraction located on Pier 57 at Miner's Landing in Seattle.
Read our full guide →Volunteer Park Conservatory
Park & natureFree entryVolunteer Park Conservatory is a historic greenhouse located in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood, within Volunteer Park.
Read our full guide →The Pink Door
EntertainmentThe Pink Door is a unique entertainment venue and restaurant tucked away in Seattle's historic Pike Place Market.
Read our full guide →Volunteer Park
Park & natureFree entryVolunteer Park is a beloved green space in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood, offering a mix of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and stunning city views.
Read our full guide →Unexpected Productions
EntertainmentUnexpected Productions is a live comedy theater located in the heart of Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington.
Read our full guide →Seattle Meowtropolitan
EntertainmentSeattle Meowtropolitan is a cozy cat café located in the vibrant Wallingford district, blending a full-service coffee shop with a feline-friendly lounge.
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How we pick these
We keep only child-appropriate venue types — parks, zoos, hands-on museums, theme parks — then rank them by how many families actually review them well, out of the 57 Seattle places we track. Refreshed monthly, with no paid placement.
Good to know
Most picks suit ages 2 to 10; a few also work for older kids and teens.
Popular museums and parks in Seattle are calmest right at opening or after 3pm.
Keep one indoor pick in your back pocket in case the forecast turns.
Common questions
Is Seattle good to visit with kids?+
Yes. Parks, boat rides and hands-on museums make it easy to break up sightseeing with things children enjoy, and every spot on this list is one families rate highly.
What can you do for free with kids in Seattle?+
Plenty of parks and playgrounds cost nothing. See our free things to do in Seattle for the full set.
How many days do you need in Seattle with children?+
Two to three days is enough to cover the highlights at a relaxed, kid-friendly pace.
Rather have a human do the planning? A Local Friend can build this day for you, at local prices.