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How to get free and discount museum admission

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There are dozens and dozens of museums (we lost count at 130...) in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region. You could visit two every week and not hit the same one twice. Of course, 100 museum admission tickets could also take quite a bite out of your entertainment budget. So, we've got more than a few suggestions to reduce … [Read more...] about How to get free and discount museum admission

Best summer vacation ideas in Washington State

One of the many benefits of living in Seattle is the amazing getaways around Washington State. The following summer vacation ideas are some of the most beautiful sites in the United States. You can use these ideas to plan a day trip, a weekend getaway, or a family vacation. There are vacation options for all … [Read more...] about Best summer vacation ideas in Washington State

16 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free

The following list includes lighthouses you can visit in the Puget Sound region. Most lighthouse grounds are open year-round, except where stated otherwise. Most lighthouse are free to visit, though will gladly accept donations for upkeep of the grounds and buildings. A couple sites have small fees. A few lighthouses … [Read more...] about 16 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma is a restoration of a fort that once existed above the Nisqually River delta. The fort was owned by the Hudson Bay Trading Company from 1833-1869. The museum features volunteers and staff in period clothing who demonstrate crafts of the 19th … [Read more...] about Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

All about visiting Chihuly Garden and Glass

Chihuly Garden and Glass in the shadow of the Seattle Space Needle exhibits fine art sculptures and glass objects by Tacoma native Dale Chihuly. The museum's indoor galleries and outdoor gardens include significant works displayed with natural light to ensure guests a different perspective every time they visit. The … [Read more...] about All about visiting Chihuly Garden and Glass

Washington State ski areas & ski ticket discounts

Washington Ski Season typically runs November-March. We usually update ski lift ticket discounts beginning in April when the current season ends, and operators announce their prices for the next season. There are 13 Washington State ski areas, 10 in the West and Central parts of the state and 3 in the East: Nine … [Read more...] about Washington State ski areas & ski ticket discounts

Ultimate guide to zoos, aquariums & wildlife parks

Who doesn’t love a good family trip to see—even pet and feed—your favorite animals? Luckily, there are a variety of different zoos and aquariums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. The following list includes zoos, aquariums, animal farms, and wildlife parks that you can visit in the Puget Sound region. Keep in … [Read more...] about Ultimate guide to zoos, aquariums & wildlife parks

How to get free or low cost tickets to Seattle Aquarium

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Seattle Aquarium is is the ninth largest aquarium in the U.S. by attendance, hosting over 27 million visitors since its opening in 1977. Conservation of the Puget Sound marine environment is reflected in Seattle aquarium exhibits, events, programs, and research activities.  The aquarium is a centerpiece of the … [Read more...] about How to get free or low cost tickets to Seattle Aquarium

Antique train rides on Snoqualmie Valley Railroad

The Snoqualmie Valley Railroad is a five-mile train ride aboard antique railroad coaches through the Upper Snoqualmie Valley. Trains operate April through October on weekends, Saturday and Sunday. Round trip is approximately one hour and forty-five minutes and includes a stop at the Railway History … [Read more...] about Antique train rides on Snoqualmie Valley Railroad

Our big list of museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area

Listed below are museums throughout the Puget Sound region. Included are museums focused on art, aviation, science & technology, glass, Native American culture, history of the region, and many other topics. Art Museums Bainbridge Island Art Museums Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, 550 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge … [Read more...] about Our big list of museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area

Cultural heritage festivals and museums in the Puget Sound region

We have a lot of festivals in the Puget Sound region, some say more than many other places in the country. At Greater Seattle on the Cheap, we provide information for hundreds of festivals and fairs throughout the year, including many cultural heritage festivals. These festivals especially feature Asian, Black … [Read more...] about Cultural heritage festivals and museums in the Puget Sound region

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