10 Popular Things to Do in Seattle Worth Waiting in Line For

My favorite popular thing to do in Seattle doesn’t exist anymore. It was called Ride the Ducks. It would take tourists on a water tour around Lake Union in an old World War II land/water vehicle called ‘truck ducks.’ I had so much fun taking my daughter on this ride when she was 3, so this was about nine years ago (it closed permanently in 2020). Since I don't get seasick, this tourist attraction was right up my alley. It was definitely worth waiting in line for!

Seattle's Line-Worthy Gems and Tips

If you’re looking for some popular things to do in Seattle that are worth waiting in line for, I have some suggestions, so you might want to take notes. I've included tourist stops that might be considered "off the beaten path" as well as ones that will guarantee you crowds. I will take you on a culinary journey to a hot spot in downtown Seattle that is worth the wait for a table. I will let you in on a shopping secret that locals probably would like you to stay out of. I'll even tantalize your inner geek by suggesting one of the coolest public libraries in the world.

Affordable Seattle Transportation Options for Travelers

Some of these popular Seattle things don’t cost any money to enjoy, other than paying for your parking or transportation costs. If you are traveling without a car in Seattle, there are great inexpensive options for you, including a monorail and the bus. If crowded public transpo is not your thing, you can always catch a taxi, Uber, or Lyft to your Seattle destination.

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